April 14, 2023

Access to Justice, Divorce & Separation, Family Law, Uncategorized

Getting served with divorce papers from your spouse can be emotional and confusing, even when it is expected. However, it is important to react thoughtfully by submitting a prompt response in order to ensure your rights and desires after the dissolution of your marriage.  What goes in a Response?Once you are served with divorce papers, formally

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April 14, 2023

Divorce & Separation, Family Law, Oregon

Identify marital assetsWhen filing a Petition or Response during the divorce process, it is important to understand what your Marital Assets are. Marital Assets are a type of property that belongs to both you and your spouse under the law. When filing your Petition or Response, make sure to provide designations for all your marital

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April 7, 2023

Access to Justice, Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family Law, Modification, Parenting Time

Evidence at court hearingsAnytime you go in front of a judge to have them decide an issue in your case, you and the other party must present evidence to help the judge make a decision. The type of evidence you need will depend on what you need the judge to decide.  There are two main forms of evidence:

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March 24, 2023

Divorce & Separation, Family Law

What is property?Property refers to any tangible items or other items of value that either party in a marriage has an ownership interest in. Property is divided into two categories: (1) real property, and (2) personal property. Real property refers to land or a home that either spouse owns an interest in. Personal property refers to anything else that either party owns or possess. Personal property

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March 17, 2023

Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family Law

After you file your case, you must have the other party personally served with a copy of your court papers. The court will not serve your paperwork for you. It is your responsibility to have the other party served. There are three main ways to serve the other party:Have a third-party serve respondent;Have the sheriff serve respondent, orHave respondent waive

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