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Are there any requirements that must be met in order to get divorced in Oregon?

Yes. In order to file for divorce in Oregon, you must have lived in the state for at least the six months prior to filing for divorce.

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Salem family law attorney Sarah M. Litowich is an Oregonian through and through, with roots in rural eastern Oregon and the Willamette Valley. She is grateful for these deep Oregon roots because she learned the value of hard work and building and mai… Read More

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Do I need to show "fault," such as proof of adultery, in order to get a divorce in Oregon?

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Are there any requirements that must be met in order to get divorced in Oregon?

Yes. In order to file for divorce in Oregon, you must have lived in the state for at least t… Read More