Category Archives: International

Divorce Myths: I can move to Oregon and file for divorce immediately.

Posted on March 16, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

A surprisingly common “divorce myth” we hear in our practice is the belief that you can file for divorce immediately on moving to Oregon (or any state.) Oregon, like most states, has a residency requirement you must meet before you … Continue reading →

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News: Divorce Rates Skyrocket in India

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Shelley Mactyre

The International Herald Tribute runs this story about increasing divorce rates in India, a place where arranged marriages are customary and, historically, long-lasting. The reasons for the increase? Women’s financial independence, weakening of taboos, laws permitting divorce, and Western-style expectations … Continue reading →

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News: Divorce rate up in China.

Posted on January 25, 2008 by C. Sean Stephens

China View reports today that China’s civil affair department registered an increase in marriages and divorces in 2007. Approximately 1.4 million couples divorced last year, a year on year increase of 18.2 percent, according to the Ministry of Civil Affairs. … Continue reading →

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Out of state: Oregon cases: Introduction

Posted on May 2, 2007 by C. Sean Stephens

We’re often asked questions about out of state or international matters, where one party lives in another state or country, but they’re involved in a family law matter in Oregon. Or sometimes, people move to Oregon and immediately want to … Continue reading →

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