Monthly Archives: December 2007

Top 10 list: Top 10 things to NOT do during your divorce.

Posted on December 14, 2007 by C. Sean Stephens

Divorce is not easy. There are many pitfalls and traps awaiting parties that have not educated themselves about the process. People often make bad decisions under stress, or without the guidance of an experienced lawyer. Don’t be one of them. … Continue reading →

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The easy divorce – the “Settlement Package.”

Posted on December 8, 2007 by C. Sean Stephens

Divorce can be a long, emotionally difficult and challenging process. It can also be relatively easy if you have a complete understanding of your finances, have a semi-cooperative spouse, and are willing to invest some money and effort early on. … Continue reading →

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Divorce Myths: Divorce always takes a long time.

Posted on December 8, 2007 by C. Sean Stephens

Some divorces do take many months, or over a year, but this is a result of the process and conflicts and not mandated by the divorce statutes. The length of your case usually depends on how your case resolves. Many … Continue reading →

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New Case Law: Bankruptcy and divorce don’t mix well.

Posted on December 8, 2007 by C. Sean Stephens

On December 5, 2007, the Oregon Court of Appeals in Cam and Cam, _____ Or App _____ (2007) upheld a trial court’s ruling setting aside a divorce judgment, but said the court got the result right but the reasons wrong. … Continue reading →

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10 things to do if you are going to get divorced.

Posted on December 3, 2007 by C. Sean Stephens

There is no substitute for planning, and planning for your divorce can make the process go smother, lower your lawyers fees, and help ensure you emerge on the other end of the case ready to move forward, and with the … Continue reading →

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