Blog Posts in October, 2018

Grey Divorce—What Issues Commonly Arise?

As discussed in our previous blog, the Grey Divorce Phenomenon is a term coined to represents the rise in divorce rates amongst couples who have been married for 30, 40 and even 50 years. There are a multitude of reasons that could attribute to this increase in numbers, ranging from naturally growing apart over the years, to the bumping of heads on how to handle retirement. Whatever the reason, ...

Grey Divorce—What is it and What’s Causing It?

To the relief of many Americans, recent studies have started to show that divorce rates across the nation have started to drop. Researchers have accredited this dip in numbers to a multitude of different factors and theories, but the fact remains, and the numbers don’t lie: divorce rates are dropping… for some. While the decline may represent marital success for greater America as a whole, the ...

3 Common Divorce Myths

If you’re taking the first steps to file for divorce, don’t be surprised if somewhere along the journey you run face first into a deep-seated misconception you’ve unknowingly assumed about the process. If you find yourself in this situation, don’t fret—it happens all the time. Movies, unreliable online sources and even word-of-mouth stories about other people’s experiences will inevitably plant ...

6 Classic Halloween Films to Watch With Your Kids This October

Regardless of how you celebrate Halloween, whether you’re a die-hard trick-or-treater or pumpkin carving extraordinaire, there’s just something about nestling down on the couch with your family, popcorn and candy corn in hand, and watching a classic Halloween film to really get into the spooky spirit. If you have small children, the wide selection of Halloween films to pick from can be a little ...

How Mental Illness Affects Divorce

If you’ve struggled with a mental illness and are going through a divorce, the stigma that can accompany this personal trial can be frustrating and nerve-wracking; the fear of being criticized or withheld the same opportunities as others may be at the forefront of your mind. Many people wonder how their mental illness will affect the outcome of their divorce, or if it will have any negative ...

Factors that Determine Child Custody

If you’re an involved parent who’s going through divorce, there’s no doubt that arranging a favorable child custody or parenting-time plan is at the forefront of your mind. Splitting time with your child is a difficult adjustment, and most parents want to ensure that, despite their divorce, their time and relationship with their child doesn’t change drastically. The court’s primary concern is the ...

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 ...

Landerholm Law Ranked #62 by Law Firm 500 Fastest Growing Law Firms of 2018

At Landerholm Law in Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington has been working hard to deliver the best possible family law and divorce representation to our clients. We are proud to say that we believe we have been doing just that, and that our year-over-year growth is proof of it. The more great services we provide, the more people come to our doors, and the more we can grow. In recognition of ...

Tips for Making Back-to-School Adjustments Easier for You and Your Children

As summer days come to an end, re-adjusting to your children’s school schedule can initially be a burdensome change for the entire family—reacquainting yourselves with new schedules, bed-times and agendas may be accompanied with a few challenging learning curves and speed bumps along the way. Below are a few tips that can make this transitory period a little smoother for the entire family: ...