Category Archives: Domestic Partners

New Case Law – Unmarried Domestic Partnership

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Daniel Margolin

On December 23, 2009, the Oregon Court of Appeals filed its decision in Baker and Andrews, a dissolution of domestic partnership case. The entire opinion can be found here: http://www.publications.ojd.state.or.us/A135564.htm. Continue reading →

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New Case Law – splitting up the house

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Daniel Margolin

What happens to the house equity when an unmarried couple split up? Continue reading →

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New Case Law – Domestic Partnership Asset Division

Posted on June 18, 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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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 →

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Martial Settlement Agreements – How to work things out before filing for divorce

Posted on March 27, 2008 by Daniel Margolin

I often have clients ask me how they can lock in an agreement with their spouse regarding how to divide up their assets in an impending divorce. Most times these clients have not yet filed for divorce. In such cases, … Continue reading →

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