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Divorce Day: Transitioning to a New Life Phase
January 22nd, 2021
The first Monday after New Year’s Day has earned the name “Divorce Day” because it is when many spouses start looking for divorce attorneys. Divorce attorneys in the U.S. and abroad, as well as Google search, see a significant surge of divorce inquiries on the first working Monday in January. Some spouses are seeking a fresh start in the new…
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Parenting Time and COVID-19
April 5th, 2020
We’ve all heard the stories and been wondering: how do we manage our parenting plan when our movement is restricted, schools are closed, and maybe the other parent is an essential worker? The short answer: keep following the parenting plan. If you have have a court ordered parenting plan, you need to keep following it unless a court issues a…
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A Guide to Navigating the Coronavirus
March 11th, 2020
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has been detected in 90 locations around the world. This includes many locations in the US. While the news about this outbreak seems scary, it is important to remember that there have been similar global outbreaks in the past two decades. Staying calm a…
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Coronavirus Protocol at Litowich Law
March 9th, 2020
We have been monitoring the CDC website regarding the Coronavirus. They recommend that people avoid close contact with people who have been exposed to the virus. None of our attorneys or staff have reported any exposure or symptoms. As a cloud-based firm, we can schedule consultations and client meetings using the telephone or video conferencing. W…
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Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Divorce Attorney Early in the Process
February 21st, 2020
Contributor: Zachary A. Gottlieb
Going through a divorce can be highly stressful for you and your family. There are important decisions to be made about division of assets, child custody, and spousal support, among many others. You will likely have many questions about the divorce process, known as dissolution in Oregon. You may wonder whether in the 21st century, with so much inf…
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Divorce in the 21st Century: Do I Still Need a Lawyer?
February 5th, 2020
If you have decided to divorce your spouse, you may be wondering whether you will need to hire an attorney. With the huge amount of information available online, including self-help forms and tips for DIY divorces, you may think you can handle the process yourself. And in some cases, you may be able to complete the necessary paperwork either withou…
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The Importance of Updating your Estate Plan Following Major Life Events
December 12th, 2019
Estate planning is a lifelong and dynamic process. It is not something you do once and forget about. From the time you first establish your estate plan to the time it is actually put into effect, you are likely to go through many different phases in your life. As your personal circumstances and family relationships change over time, any changes in…
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Preparing for Divorce
March 22nd, 2019
1. Assets and Liabilities — Make a List Oregon divorce and support laws divide assets and distribute income. When preparing to divorce, gather all your financial documents in preparation to share with your attorney. Think about documents related to real and personal property, monthly debts and expenses, bank and investment accounts, credit cards…
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6 Tips to Help You Stay Sane During a Divorce
March 22nd, 2019
Self-care is one of the most important, and lowest cost, things you can do while going through a divorce. Why, you ask? It’s easy to let the pressure of major transition and family drama weigh you down. In our practice, we often meet with people who feel like they are losing control of their lives. We see our clients struggle with strong feel…
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