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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 couple gets divorced. Prenuptial agreements are often associated with wealthy or high-income individuals,...

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 Prevention Act (FAPA) restraining orders could be issued.

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 traumatizing. A newly published report offers some suggestions...

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 support payments. In a recent ruling on the opposite...

When a couple with children divorces, they should do their best to provide a stable situation for their kids during a time of upheaval. It is generally preferable to make child custody arrangements in a collaborative manner, when possible. If this cannot be done, the Oregon courts will have to rule on...

Few things can wreck a romantic mood quite like talking about finances, but for soon-to-be married couples, the benefits could be phenomenal. Nearly half of first marriages in Oregon and across the rest of the United States ultimately head towards divorce. For those who had the foresight to discuss finances and create...

It might be difficult to fully appreciate the true value of a prenup until one is needed. Soon-to-be-married couples in Oregon often have trouble foreseeing a future where any type of marital agreement would end up being useful. However, famous couples who split without prenuptial agreements might provide cautionary tales to those who...