Monthly Archives: February 2008

Divorce Tech: Online parenting class

Posted on February 10, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

In our last post we talked about the requirements for talking the local parenting class in Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington county. As a divorce lawyer in Portland, Oregon, I frequently consult with parties living outside of Oregon or the United … Continue reading →

Posted in Divorce Tech, Out of State | 1 Comment

Information about the mandatory parenting classes in Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington County, Oregon.

Posted on February 10, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

As a divorce lawyer in downtown Portland Oregon, I frequently get asked about the parenting class requirements for family law cases in Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington county. Some people already know of the class requirement, some don’t. A common reaction … Continue reading →

Posted in Child Custody, Dissolution, Grandparents, Modification | 4 Comments

Top 10 list: Top 10 questions to ask a divorce lawyer in the first consultation.

Posted on February 10, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

If you are contemplating divorce, you should consult with an experienced family law attorney. Once you set up a consultation, be prepared for the first meeting, and have a list of questions to ask the lawyer. The following questions should … Continue reading →

Posted in Child Custody, Child Support, Dissolution, Out of State, Property Division, Settlement, Spousal Support, Top 10 List | Tagged | 2 Comments

Divorce Myth: Your spouse can block a divorce by objecting to it.

Posted on February 7, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

A “myth” we come across with surprising frequency is that you need your spouses’ consent to get a divorce. As an Oregon divorce and family law lawyer, I am repeatedly surprised by the number of people who believe spousal consent … Continue reading →

Posted in Dissolution, Myths | Tagged | 4 Comments

Tools to settle your case outside of court.

Posted on February 6, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

Good lawyers use tools other than the courtroom to get results for clients. A trial is one way to resolve your case, but not necessarily the best way. Good lawyers try to settle their cases after they have analyzed the … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Settlement | Tagged | 2 Comments