Quick Links for Family Court Facilitators
You can use this page to find Oregon Law Help topic guides that are good starting places for people with family law questions. Each guide explains the basics, then connects people to related articles, court forms, and places to get more help.
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Family Law Resources in Oregon: Where to Get Help
If you're dealing with a divorce, child custody, support, or other family law matters in Oregon, you don't have to do it alone. Free and low-cost resources are available to help you understand your options and take the next steps.Oregon's Divorce Laws
If you're considering filing for divorce, need to respond to divorce papers, or you're trying to settle your divorce, it's important to understand Oregon's divorce laws. Learn the basics here.Who Has Custody of My Child If There’s No Court Order in Oregon?
Custody is a court decision about what rights each parent has. Without a court order, both legal parents have the same rights.Start or Respond to a Custody Case
Find step-by-step help to start a custody case or respond if someone else filed one. Learn how to use court forms, serve papers, and get free help from court staff.Getting a Restraining Order in Oregon
Find out how to file for a restraining in Oregon, how long it takes to get a restraining order, and more.Starting a Divorce or Responding to Divorce Papers
If you're ready to start your divorce or your spouse just handed you divorce papers, these step-by-step guides will help you understand your next steps and find the forms you need.How to Serve Family Court Papers in Oregon
This guide explains how to serve family court papers in Oregon. Serving means officially giving someone a copy of court papers according to court rules.What to Do If You Can’t Find the Right Family Court Form in Oregon
If you're going through a divorce, custody, or other family law case, you’ll need to fill out and file forms to keep your case moving. But what if you can’t find the form you need? Learn about your options here.Steps in a Contested Custody Case in Oregon
If you filed for custody and the other side filed a response, you're involved in a contested court case. This page helps you understand the steps to wrap up your case.Steps in a Contested Divorce Case in Oregon
If you filed for divorce in Oregon and your spouse responded, you are now involved in a contested divorce case. This page explains what to do next and how to wrap up your divorce.Get Permission to Care for a Child in Oregon (Without Going to Court)
Learn about your rights when caring for a relative’s child, including how to make decisions for the child when you lose contact with the parents.Guardianship, Custody, and Adoption: Long-Term Legal Options for People Raising Another Person’s Child
If you’re raising someone else's child, this article will help you understand your options for getting long-term legal rights.How to Gather Information and Evidence for Your Oregon Family Court Case (Discovery)
Learn about options for getting documents and information for your Oregon divorce, custody, or legal separation case.How to Prepare for Your Oregon Divorce or Custody Trial
This guide explains what to expect at trial, types of trials in Oregon, and provides six key steps to help you get ready.How to Prepare for a Contested Restraining Order Hearing
A contested restraining order hearing happens when the respondent (the person the order is against) disagrees with a restraining order and asks the court to remove or change it. You can follow the steps in this guide to get ready for your hearing.What to Do When Your Child Doesn’t Want to See Their Other Parent
If your child doesn’t want to see their other parent, you might feel stressed and unsure of what to do. This guide provides practical tips on how to navigate this situation.What To Do If the Other Parent Isn’t Following Custody or Parenting Time Orders
Read about your legal options when the other parent doesn't follow your custody order or parenting plan.Using AI in a Family Court Case
This article explains what AI tools can and can’t do, offers tips for using them safely, and shares examples of how people are using them in family law cases.Changing Your Custody or Divorce Judgment in Oregon
Learn how to change your court papers when your situation changes.