by Chris Eggert | Dec 21, 2016 | Divorce, Family Law
There are only a few circumstances where it could make sense to do your own divorce without a divorce attorney. If your marriage was short term, you have no substantial assets (including real property or retirement accounts), you have no minor children, and you get...
by Chris Eggert | Dec 8, 2016 | Family Law
In any type of case hiring an attorney is an important decision. Finding the right Divorce Attorney or Custody Lawyer is no exception. It is crucial that you have a consultation with an attorney to learn about your options, but also to be sure that the lawyer is...
by Chris Eggert | Oct 16, 2016 | Family Law
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...
by Chris Eggert | May 24, 2016 | Other
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...
by Chris Eggert | Apr 22, 2016 | Bankruptcy
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...
by Chris Eggert | Feb 2, 2016 | Divorce, Family Law
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...
by Chris Eggert | May 3, 2015 | Other
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...
by Chris Eggert | Mar 31, 2015 | Latest News
Our Hawaii office now has its own website! You can now find information specific to our Kailua Kona Law Office. Our Kona, Hawaii law office is focused on DUI defense, criminal defense, Chapter 7 & 13 bankruptcy and divorce & family law. With twenty years of...
by Chris Eggert | Jun 23, 2014 | Child Support, Family Law
If you are obligated to pay child support and have reached an agreement with the parent receiving support to stop enforcement of the monthly payments, it is important that you obtain legal assistance to make sure the proper paperwork is filed. I was prompted to write...
by Chris Eggert | May 18, 2014 | Bankruptcy
I often hear my clients say that they don’t want to file for bankruptcy because it represents the end of everything. While true in some respects, there is a better way to look at it: bankruptcy is a new start on your financial future! Bankruptcy is the end of...
