Monthly Archives: May 2008

Can I move out with the kids? The “Temporary Protective Order of Restraint” and “Status Quo Order”

Posted on May 14, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

As family law lawyers based in Portland, Oregon, potential clients ask us about if they can move out of the family home with the children, or if they can prevent a move. We hear questions like the following: Can I … Continue reading →

Posted in Child Custody, Dissolution, Divorce, Grandparents, Modification, Myths | Tagged , , | 10 Comments

Which divorce model is best for me?

Posted on May 7, 2008 by Daniel Margolin

Clients have a few options regarding a procedure model for their divorce case.  They can go the standard litigation route through the courts, engage in mediation, or use the collaborative divorce model.  There are costs and benefits to proceeding under … Continue reading →

Posted in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Collaborative Divorce, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Partners, Domestic Violence, Legal Developments, Myths | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

New Case Law: Moving Away and Modification of Custody and Parenting Time

Posted on May 3, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

A “move away” case is where one parent, either in an initial filing or modification, seeks to move a child away from the other parent. Move away cases are hard. In Oregon, the legislature’s stated policy is that good parents … Continue reading →

Posted in Appeal, Child Custody, Divorce, Legal Developments, Modification | Tagged , , | 1 Comment