Practice Areas

Portland Family Law Attorneys

The Potrland family law attorneys at DeBast McFarland and Richardson focus on the following in our practice of family law:

Divorce - You have a story to tell when you come to our office and we will listen. We gather the details by communicating with you, not having you fill out a form.

Child Custody - We aggressively advocate for our client in child custody disputes. We work diligently to obtain a solution that is in the best interests of the children and the family. We assist with legal custody, physical custody, and parenting time agreements.

Parental Visitation & Parenting Rights - It is the policy of this state to assure minor children of frequent and continuing contact with parents who have shown the ability to act in the best interests of the child. At DeBast McFarland and Richardson, we believe that a spirit of cooperation can make the difference in a dispute over parental visitation rights.

Child Support - We help clients understand their child support rights or obligations. For advice from a seasoned divorce law attorney, contact an Oregon child support lawyer at 503-297-9600.

Alimony / Spousal Support - Issues over money between spouses can become extremely contested. A once-uncontested divorce can turn into a war, requiring you to secure diligent and dedicated legal advocacy.

Division of Property - Our business savvy helps us resolve sophisticated and complex problems related to dividing marital property.

Premarital & Post-Marital Agreements - Drafting a prenuptial agreement requires attention to all the details, not just filling out a boilerplate form off the Internet. You need to protect your assets and we can help.

Restraining Orders & Domestic Violence - While many individuals are victims of domestic violence, we also see clients that are falsely accused. Battles over divorce and child custody can result in someone being forced from their family home.

Divorce Modifications - Your legal needs do not end with the finalization of your divorce decree. When circumstances in life change, you need an attorney to help with modifications.

Attorney James Richardson also assists clients with matters related to probate, guardianships and conservatorships.

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For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact an experienced Portland family law attorney.