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Recent Posts in Family Law Category

  • Pros and Cons of Unlimited Separation

    As discussed in our previous blog, an unlimited separation is a binding agreement between two spouses that establishes custody arrangements, child and spousal support and division of property without actually terminating the marriage. There are a multitude of reasons why people opt for an unlimited separation over a divorce, so if this is something you’re considering, here are a few pros and cons ...
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  • What is Unlimited Separation?

    If you’re in the midst of significant marital hardships, you may be feeling that space and time apart, rather than a divorce, is more along the lines of what you and your spouse need. It’s not uncommon for couples to feel this way, which is why Oregon recognizes unlimited separation as an alternative option. So, what is unlimited separation, and what are the benefits? What is Unlimited Separation? ...
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  • Differences Between a Will and a Trust

    It’s likely that you’ve run across the terms “Will” and “Trust” before in your life, but could you adequately define and describe the difference between the two phrases? While the two terms are often believed to similar in nature, it’s important to understand the definitive differences in order to best plan for your future. What is a Will? When you pass away, the question of “what happens to all ...
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  • 5 Types of Abuse that Should Never be Ignored- Social

    This is the last installment of articles touching on forms of relational abuse that should never be ignored. This blog will be focusing on social abuse, a form of intentional isolation and commonly goes hand-in-hand with emotional and physical abuse. Social abuse is the act of preventing an individual from spending time with their friends, family, or participating in social events. As with any ...
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  • 5 Types of Abuse that Should Never be Ignored- Financial

    When domestic violence comes to mind, many people think of physical violence, or perhaps emotional abuse. Surprisingly, financial abuse may slip through the cracks, despite it being one of the most prevalent types of abuse within relationships, often going hand-in-hand with both physical and emotional battering. Financial abuse is the act of controlling a person’s ability to acquire, use and ...
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  • 5 Types of Abuse that Should Never be Ignored- Sexual

    This blog series is focusing on five different types of abuse within relationship that should never be ignored or tolerated. Unfortunately, domestic violence is something many people have been exposed to in their lives, whether through our own trials, a friend or family member’s experience, or even through media outlets, such as movies or music. Landerholm Law has supported a wide range of clients ...
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  • 5 Types of Abuse that Should Never be Ignored- Emotional

    The term emotional abuse probably isn’t a foreign concept for most people—in fact, it’s a term that gets tossed around fairly often. Landerholm Law has represented a wide array of clients who have endured marriages where emotional abuse was both prevalent and crippling to their sense of worth and self-confidence. In this blog we’ll be defining what emotional abuse is, as well as how to identify ...
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  • 5 Types of Abuse that Should Never be Ignored- Physical

    Sadly, abuse is a reality that far too many women and men endure and live through on a daily basis. If you are in an abusive relationship or marriage, it can sometimes feel like an impossible situation to separate yourself from—more often than not, there are a lot of deeply rooted insecurities and scars that keep the abused victim from walking away. Landerholm Law has seen their fair share of ...
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  • 5 Ways to Combat Seasonal Depression

    In our most recent blog, we defined Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and discussed the importance of prioritizing your mental health if you’re struggling with this form of depression, for both your own well-being and your family’s. If you find yourself dreading the winter months because of SAD, we’ve listed five ways to help combat these winter blues. Substitute Sunlight As stated, the sudden ...
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  • What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

    Most people who live in the Pacific Northwest can vouch for the beauty of the area, especially during the summer months. Mountains, oceans, dry-land and beautiful cities—it really has it all. As breathtaking as the summers can be however, there’s no denying that the winters can be rather gray, dreary and truthfully, kind of depressing sometimes. If you find that you tend to feel bouts of ...
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  • Is it Okay to Date During a Divorce?

    Going through a divorce brings forth a multitude of different emotions and revelations for people. For some, it can be frustrating, heartbreaking, and crippling. For others, it may bring a sense of peace, liberation and stand as the symbol of a better future. Most likely, it will be a mix of both, but nonetheless it is in fact a time that one door is closing and a new door opening—a sentiment many ...
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  • What is a Status Quo Order?

    It’s not uncommon for a divorce to feel like a huge upheaval of your life—suddenly, your living arrangements, your comfortable routine and the people you’re accustomed to seeing every day may change. As an adult, you’re adept to handle this change and adapt, but if you’re a minor child with no control of the matter, such a sudden shift can cause severe emotional distress with long-term negative ...
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  • Benefits of Therapy During a Divorce

    If you’re going through a divorce, it very well may be one of the hardest trial’s life brings to your doorstep. With trying times comes the commonly asked question: what are you doing to cope and facilitate emotional health? Therapy has a way of gently and slowly tearing down that protective wall we’ve all so meticulously constructed, extending its healing touch into the dark edges that we’ve ...
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  • How to Handle the Holidays with a Split Family

    No matter your family dynamic, whether you’re married, divorced, or a blended family, the holidays can be stressful for parents. Unfortunately, the hustle and bustle of the American lifestyle has a way of transitioning a time where we should be slowing down, spending extra quality time with our family and meditating on the things we’re most grateful for into a season filled with obligatory and ...
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  • 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, ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • 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: ...
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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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