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  • How The New Tax Law Affects Alimony Payments, Part III

    Our previous two blogs have focused on the new tax law and its impact alimony payments. The law takes effect January 1, 2019, and means the spouse paying alimony won’t be able to take a deduction, while the spouse receiving alimony will no longer have to report it as income. The upcoming change has people wondering if they should have their divorce judgments finalized before the end of 2018, or if ...
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  • How The New Tax Law Affects Alimony Payments, Part II

    In our previous blog, we talked about the new tax law. Beginning January 1, 2019, the spouse paying alimony won’t be able to take a tax deduction, while the spouse receiving alimony will no longer have to report it as income. How this may affect modifications to judgments made in 2018 or earlier remains to be seen. That’s why in this series, we are reviewing the reasons for a modification in ...
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  • How The New Tax Law Affects Alimony Payments: A Three-Part Blog Series

    Divorce agreements are impacted by several factors, one of which is the new tax law. Because of the new law, the spouse paying alimony won’t be able to take a deduction, while the spouse receiving alimony will no longer have to report it as income. Some experts are predicting an increase in divorces, as the spouse paying alimony may try to take advantage of the current deduction before it’s ...
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  • Summer Fun for Families and Single Parents

    Summer is a special time of year. The kids are out of school, the weather is perfect, and the family has ample opportunities for vacations and outdoor activities. But if you’ve recently gone through a divorce, you may be concerned how summer activities will change now that the family dynamic is different. If you are a solo parent, you can still give your children a memorable and fun summer; there ...
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  • What to Expect from a Landerholm Law Case Evaluation

    If you’re debating hiring an attorney, you may find yourself wondering if Landerholm Law is the right match for you, and if so, how to guarantee that you’re paired with the best attorney for your specific situation. At Landerholm Law, we ensure that our clients are set up for success from our very first meeting through an initial Case Evaluation. So what is a Case Evaluation, and what should you ...
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  • What Could Cause A Change In Child Custody Arrangements?

    Divorce is an unsettling time for children. The family home they have always known suddenly undergoes a major upheaval. They go from seeing their parents together everyday, to potentially only seeing one parent at specified times. A divorce is likely to be difficult for your children, which is why divorce decrees include custody arrangements and parenting plans. They create order during a chaotic ...
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  • How Does a DUII Arrest Affect Child Custody or Visitation?

    Child custody cases can be quite complex. There are multiple things to consider, and the court’s main concern is always the child’s health and well-being. The court wants an arrangement where the child feels safe, secure and happy. However, custody rights could become more complex if you are arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants and could play out differently if you are in the ...
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  • A Home for the Holidays: Your Child's First Holiday Since Adoption

    The holidays are a time to connect as a family, whether you are biological relatives or not. Parents have extra time off from work, and children are on winter vacation, making the holidays a perfect opportunity to grow closer to your adopted child. While this could be a challenging time of year for an adopted child, it is also a time for you to strengthen your bond for the months and years to ...
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  • Who Regrets Divorce More? Men or Women, and Why?

    There are many beliefs, myths and misconceptions which surround divorce, one of which is who regrets divorce more — men or women. In a study conducted by legal website www.avvo.com , 73 percent of women reported having no regret over their divorce, compared to 61 percent of men. Research has shown that men tend to worry about being on their own again after a divorce more than women do. The mental ...
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  • Divorce, Social Media and Your Children

    We post everything online, and many of us are on the edge of oversharing. You post photos of your vacations, pets, and even what you had for dinner last night. However, many people do not realize social media is playing a larger role in family law cases, by gathering information about your life from blogs, Facebook posts, dating websites and other platforms. In addition to watching over your own ...
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  • The Gray Divorce Trend

    You imagine your retirement years as a relaxing period in your life. You will have more time to pursue hobbies, volunteer or even travel the world. You may also picture you and your spouse growing old together. However, for adults 50 years and older, divorce is becoming a more common reality. Divorce rates for adults ages 50 and older have almost doubled since the 1990s. A person may get a divorce ...
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  • Parental Abduction: How Likely Is It?

    During a divorce, emotions run high and may overwhelm reason and good judgement, especially when children are involved. Sometimes during a turbulent custody battle, one parent may lose their perspective of the situation and decide to abduct the child. This is never a wise decision. While it is better to settle things in court with an attorney or mediator, sometimes a parent may engage in illegal ...
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  • Updating Parenting Plans as Children Age

    A divorce settlement has many moving parts, and if you have children, one of those is a workable parenting plan. A parenting plan benefits the entire family. You can breathe easy because you and your ex-spouse know how you will handle holidays, special events, medical issues, etc. Of course, there will still be unexpected events that the parenting plan does not cover, but generally, having an ...
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  • Does Your Child Need Extra Financial Support During Back to School?

    Back to school is in full swing. Parents are busy shopping for new clothes, school supplies and paying class fees for band, choir and other extracurricular activities. If you’re paying child support , you may believe it covers school-related expenses; however, that’s not always the case. So what should you do if, after paying this month’s child support, you receive an email from your ex-spouse ...
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  • How a Trust Protects Your Finances

    Most people know they need a legal document to protect their financial holdings after death, and the first thing which comes to mind is a will . However, sometimes drafting a will is not enough to protect your assets after your passing. A properly crafted trust may allow you to bypass probate—the legal process that happens when a person dies and their estate is distributed. Through a trust, the ...
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  • What Not to Say to Your Kids During a Divorce

    Divorce is a turbulent time for the entire family and it’s especially turbulent for children. It may be difficult to discuss the divorce openly and honestly, without dragging your children into the middle of a delicate situation. How you act during and after the divorce can strongly influence how it affects your children. It’s important to be honest with your children, but there are things which ...
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  • Dating During Divorce: It Could Hurt You.

    During the period while your divorce is pending, you may want to start a new relationship. However, we advise you to weigh all the consequences before doing so. Dating during that time usually upsets the other party and can create legal challenges, especially if children are involved. Oregon is a no-fault divorce state, meaning marital fault can’t be used as grounds for divorce, but dating can ...
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  • 3 Secrets Your Divorce Could Uncover, and the Consequences

    During a divorce , it’s not uncommon to learn your spouse is hiding property, has gambled away money or is reporting lower than actual income. During divorce proceedings, each spouse is legally required to disclose all assets, income, debt and expenses. However, some people lie, cheat or steal so they can keep these assets to themselves. Many people are shocked to discover how commonplace it is ...
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  • 3 Common Misconceptions About Divorce

    Divorce is a difficult process, and it has become more complicated due to unreliable and confusing information available online. We have had many people come to our office who have done their own research about divorce proceedings, custody and other issues. It has led them to several misconceptions about how divorce works and the laws surrounding it. We want to make sure you’re aware of the top ...
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  • Advice That Business Owners Going through a Divorce Should Disregard

    Divorce can be complex, especially when the company you built is on the line. If you are a business owner whose marriage has come to an end, you may be tempted to begin looking for advice on how to protect your assets immediately. However, between friends, colleagues, and the internet, there is a lot of misinformed opinions and bad advice out there. To help you sort through what suggestions hold ...
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