November 24, 2025
Access to Justice
We’re excited to announce we’re returning this year for Give!Guide! On November 1st Willamette Week launches the Give!Guide campaign to connect non-profits, local businesses, and Portlanders in order to foster relationships and make the most out of the giving season.In this time of budget cuts to SNAP, social services and non-profits, it’ll takes a network
October 7, 2025
Access to Justice
Hello Friends of The Commons, We are thrilled to invite you to our third annual fundraiser, Unite & Ignite, bringing together old friends and new in support of compassionate and sustainable access to justice initiatives. Join us on November 6th at 5pm for drinks, a Hawaiian food spread, live music, and inspiring stories of the impact we’ve made
September 25, 2025
Family Law, Access to Justice, Disability, Oregon, Protection Orders, Senior
What are my options for protective orders in Oregon? Protective orders keep survivors of abuse safe by restricting the perpetrator’s actions. In Oregon, there are different types of protective orders that offer protection for different types of abuse. This guide will help you understand their purpose and requirements.Family Abuse Prevention Act Restraining OrderFamily Abuse Restraining
September 9, 2025
Access to Justice, Child Support, Civil Rights, Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family Law, Modification, Nonprofit Law, Oregon, Parenting Time, Protection Orders, Spousal Support, State
Why are so many Oregonians self-represented for their family law case? In Oregon, at least one party is self-represented in 86.2% of family law cases–and in some counties, that number exceeds 90%. Oregon surpasses the already-high national average of 72%. Family law is one of the top two areas of law with the highest unmet
July 28, 2025
Access to Justice, Child Support, Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family Law, Modification, Oregon, Parenting Time, Protection Orders, Spousal Support
This guide will help explain what legal coaching is, when it can be helpful, and how we can offer support in your family law case.What is legal coaching?Legal coaching is an alternative to full representation. Full representation means hiring a lawyer to handle your whole case, usually with a signed contract and a large upfront
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