Yes. You may want to consider mediation, arbitration, or a collaborative divorce process. We would be happy to assist you with any of these different options or talk to you about these options in more detail in order to find what best suits you and your particular needs.
Child Support
Child support is provided for the financial support of your children and may often appear to be a simple calculation, done by punching numbers into a formula. However, it's factors vary and there are exceptions that may apply. An attorney can help you to look at these factors in more detail. We can assist with ensuring that the calculation is correct and that you are not paying too much support, or receiving too little.
Child Custody and Visitation
At one time, mothers had an advantage in custody decisions and fathers were rarely granted custody of their children. This is no longer the case. In addition, Oregon law recognizes the custody and visitation rights of third parties, such as grandparents or step-parents, in certain circumstances.
Adoption
Paternity
Premarital Agreement
Spousal Support
Spousal support was previously known as alimony. There are three types of spousal support: (1) transitional support as needed for training and re-entry into the job market or to prepare for advancement, (2) maintenance support designed to keep a spouse maintained in a comparable standard of living as that enjoyed during the marriage, and (3) compensatory support when there has been significant financial or other contribution by one party to their spouse's education, training, vocational skills, career or earning capacity.
Under the Family Abuse Prevention Act, victims of domestic violence can obtain a restraining order against their abuser. In a restraining order, a judge may order the abuser to be removed from the residence and have no contact, or limited contact, with the victim. A restraining order can also provide orders for temporary custody, parenting time and emergency monetary assistance. Once issued, a restraining order will be served upon the alleged abuser, who has the right to contest its issuance by requesting a hearing in front of a judge. At a hearing, the judge will hear testimony and make a decision on whether to continue or dismiss the restraining order.
The probate process can sometimes be avoided by proper estate planning. Our office also handles estate planning. Click here to find more information about our rates for your estate planning needs.
Wills
Trusts
Package #2: This package will help clients avoid probate or is used in complicated estates. Includes the preparation of a Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Revocable Living Trust and Advance Directive.
Power of Attorney
An estate plan will protect your future, as well as the future of your loved ones. Many people do not prepare an estate plan because they mistakenly believe it is too costly or time consuming. Teri strives to keep the costs affordable and practical in order to meet your specific needs. Sometimes, this may involve more than just preparation of a simple will. We work with our clients to find the right combination of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and other documents that are right for you whether your estate is small, large or complex.