The practice of family law is an ever-changing, complicated discipline. What may be a standard practice one day can change with an opposing ruling in a similar court the next. The Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Oregon frequently hand down decisions that can alter the legal playing field, including the interpretation of divorce laws. At Johnston, Root & Leibenguth, our attorneys and legal assistants keep a close eye on the decisions that affect our practice and our clients.
Listed below are categories for legal cases that made significant changes to the field of Family Law. Use these examples as a guide to Oregon Appellate Court decisions and use them to help you seek legal advice regarding your situation. Each case has specific details that can influence the outcome of a courts decision.
