Going through a divorce is an incredibly challenging time, filled with emotions and uncertainty. The process can quickly feel overwhelming, adding to your stress and anxiety. However, by understanding the Oregon divorce process, you can eliminate many uncertainties and put yourself in a better position—both strategically and mentally.Below are five things to understand when you are about to start a divorce in Oregon.Oregon Is a No-Fault StateHistorically, a couple could only get divorced if the spouse seeking to end the marriage could prove...Continue Reading...
A lot of people in the US today are opting for legal separation rather than divorce. This is even when they know that their relationship has gone down a sinkhole. But why are so many couples making the choice to live apart rather than get a divorce? What are the reasons for a couple to choose legal separation instead of a divorce?You will find the answers to these questions after understanding the difference between legal separation and divorce mentioned in this article.The Difference between Legal Separation and DivorceLegal separation is different...Continue Reading...
Historically, Texas has treated a marriage between a husband and wife somewhat like a partnership, with property acquired during the marriage belonging to the community estate. Many of the community property concepts in Texas were derived from Spanish law, and survive to this day. The partnership, or community property approach to marriage holds that each party brings unique talents to the marriage, that the parties work together to support the marriage as husband and wife, and that the property that either one or both of them acquire,...Continue Reading...