Family Law

The idea of signing a prenuptial agreement may never have crossed your mind. Perhaps you and your spouse even joked about what you might put in your contract and dismissed any serious thought of such an agreement as something reserved for celebrities and heirs of...

Many millennials in Oregon and around the nation are waiting until later in life to get married than those from earlier generations. As a result, more of them have steady jobs, own businesses or have amassed property. It is understandable that an individual would be...

Social media has become a significant part of the lives of Oregon residents and others around the country. Everyone has different ideas of how much personal information to share online. While some may shy away from posting pictures of vacations or children, others...

Planning a wedding in Oregon and elsewhere around the country often elicits romantic images and feelings of everlasting love. However, many experts are recommending that couples thoroughly discuss their financial situation prior to tying the knot. In fact, many...

It can be difficult, if not impossible, to predict what the future will hold. Over the years, many individuals in Oregon and across the country have reached a point in life, whether gradually or suddenly, where change is necessary. One of the more...

When most couples get married, little thought is given to the possibility that their marriage might end someday. While no one is likely to be thinking of divorce before the marriage license is signed, it is definitely important for Oregon couples to consider preparing...

Every couple is different, but some Oregon couples may benefit from taking the appropriate steps to protect their interests before marriage. Prenuptial agreements are simple, yet effective, tools that can protect finances and personal property in the event that a...

When Oregon couples are not getting along, arguments might be frequent, and could even escalate to a point where someone calls the police. The state's law enforcement agencies and the courts take allegations of domestic violence seriously. If necessary, Family Abuse...

No matter how badly two people may want to separate from one another, no one enjoys going through a divorce. It can be a difficult and emotional event for even the most stable of adults. For children whose parents are getting a divorce, it can be...

All parents know the high cost of raising children. For those that participate in activities such as clubs or teams, the costs are even greater. When a couple with kids gets a divorce, however, these sorts of activities generally do not warrant increased child...