Yearly Archives: 2008

New Case Law – Pet Visitation and Enforcement of Settlement Agreement

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Daniel Margolin

As a Portland Oregon divorce law firm, Stephens Margolin P.C. is dedicated to keeping up to date on Oregon Court of Appeals and Oregon Supreme Court opinions. As a service of The Oregon Divorce Blog, we will be providing updates … Continue reading →

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New Case Law: Court’s failure to specify parenting plan for father reversed

Posted on November 12, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

It is unusual for a court to not award parenting time to the non-custodial parent in a divorce case. Oregon’s stated policy is that good parents should have frequent contact with their children. ORS 107.101 provides that it is Oregon’s … Continue reading →

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Child Support and Boxing

Posted on November 7, 2008 by Daniel Margolin

Evander Holyfield settled his child support case against one of the many mothers of his children by agreeing to set aside $100,000 in a college fund for his 10-year-old son.  Holyfield also consented to pay private school tuition before college, reinstated health … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Collaborative Divorce

Posted on October 21, 2008 by Daniel Margolin

Having a trial is a way, but not the only way to resolve your case. There are many tools available for resolving your case other than a trial. Good family law lawyers are problem solvers, and the good ones recommend … Continue reading →

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Collaborative Divorce – Choosing the right lawyer

Posted on October 17, 2008 by Daniel Margolin

In initial consultations with clients I make sure to go over the different models of resolving a family law case.  These include:  collaborative divorce; mediation; traditional litigation; and a mix of these models.  It is crucial that clients understand the … Continue reading →

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