In Oregon, child custody and visitation are related but different concepts. A parent can have full custodial rights, but limited visitation. Or, a parent can have a massive amount of visitation but limited custody rights. What’s the difference? What is Child...
I just got off the phone with someone who wondered why it is so important to have an attorney consultation before deciding whether to hire an attorney. Quote a Retainer or Estimate Attorney Fees for Attorney Consultation The best way to get an idea of how much your...
When you file for bankruptcy, the bankruptcy court will automatically schedule a meeting with the Trustee, called a “341 meeting” or a “meeting of creditors”. The 341 meeting of creditors is a time for the Trustee to interview you. The Trustee...
I’ve got my own catchphrase that I use when my kids get worried about how things are going – “Dad’s got it dialed in!” It’s not just funny; it puts the kids at ease because they know I’m going to help get them through it all OK. I’ll probably never really tell any of...
Do I Need an Attorney for a Traffic Ticket? The fact of the matter is that many people would see little benefit in having an attorney’s help with their traffic ticket. But, some will see a benefit. Let’s say that you have already gotten several speeding...