2018

3 Reasons You Should Avoid Self-Representation in Divorce

If you’re filing for divorce, one of your first big decisions will be deciding if it’s worth it to hire an attorney to represent you. Unless you have extensive knowledge in family law, a lot of extra time on your hands, and an uncanny ability to remove yourself emotionally from your situation, it’s rarely ever a good idea to represent yourself in your own divorce case. So what are the benefits of ...

New Oregon Spousal Support Modification Statute

Perhaps one of the most compelling aspects of law is the ever-changing modifications of public statutes that mold and guide the structure of family law practice for Oregon attorneys, as well as how these modifications can and will affect their clients. A recent addition to Oregon statute (ORS 107.408) now allows for a divorced spouse to request their ex’s first two pages of tax returns from the ...

Tips for Safe Trick-or-Treating

With Halloween quickly approaching, some parents may be feeling that the virtue of this holiday—a day where kids have historically been able to collectively express creativity through costumes, games and their own imagination—has taken a darker turn in the passing years. Both the news and personal experiences have made some parents increasingly aware of the dangers that can arise from their ...

How Do I Serve my Spouse with Divorce Papers?

If you’re at a place in your marriage where you feel a divorce is impending, it can be daunting trying to understand where to start and how the divorce process works. For many of us, Hollywood movies have inaugurated the term “you’ve been served!”, but what does it truly mean to serve your spouse with divorce papers, and what are the practical steps needed to do so? If you’re filing for divorce as ...