Family Law
Family and financial matters can be complicated. Our goal is to make the legal process easier to understand while providing practical, personalized guidance. We help individuals and families throughout Central and Eastern Oregon with divorce, custody, support, protective orders, estate planning, and more.
Divorce & Legal Separation
We guide clients through contested and uncontested divorces and legal separations, including:
- Property and asset division
- Spousal support
- Child custody and parenting time
- Child support
- Temporary orders
- Unregistered domestic partnerships
Child Custody & Parenting Plans
We help parents create arrangements focused on their children’s best interests, including:
- Legal custody and decision-making
- Parenting time and schedules
- Holidays, exchanges, and communication
- Child support
Modifications & Enforcement
Life changes, and sometimes court orders need to change with it. We assist with:
- Custody and parenting plan modifications
- Child and spousal support modifications
- Enforcement of existing court orders
- Contempt proceedings
Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution
Not every family law matter needs to be decided in a courtroom. When appropriate, we help clients pursue efficient, cooperative resolutions through:
- Mediation
- Negotiated settlements
- Collaborative divorce
Family Law Litigation
When an agreement cannot be reached, we are prepared to advocate for our clients in court through:
- Motions and hearings
- Discovery and evidence
- Courtroom advocacy
- Trial
Adoption & Parentage
We help families establish and protect important legal relationships through:
- Adoption
- Paternity and parentage matters
- Establishing parental rights and responsibilities
Domestic Violence & Protective Orders
When safety is at stake, timely legal guidance matters. We assist with:
- FAPA restraining orders
- Stalking protective orders
- DHS and child welfare matters
Estate Planning
Estate planning helps protect what you have built and provides clarity for the people you care about. We create personalized plans designed around each client’s family, finances, and goals.
Our estate planning services include:
- Wills and revocable living trusts
- Asset protection and wealth preservation
- Powers of attorney and healthcare directives
- Trust administration and probate
- Special needs and legacy planning
Every family is different. We focus on clear communication, practical solutions, and legal strategies tailored to your circumstances so you can move forward with confidence.