Child Matters
There are not many certainties in a divorce. One certainty, however, is that a divorce will have a substantial effect on a divorcing couples’ children. Parents of dependent children may request that the court determine custody, parenting time, and child support for their children. Parents may seek the court's help whether they are married, divorced, or have never been married.
For more information about specific topics related to child matters, please visit one of the following pages:
Child Support
Custody
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Related FAQ's
Can I stop allowing parenting time if the other parent stops paying child support? MORE
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Can the child support order include insurance coverage? MORE
Could I get parenting time with my step-child? MORE
Do I have to make my children go on visits if they don't want to go? MORE
Do I stop paying child support once my child turns 18? MORE
Do support payments end with retirement? MORE
How are taxes affected by child support obligations? MORE
How does third-party visitation work? MORE
How is the amount of child support decided? MORE
How long does the child support have to be paid? MORE
How will the court determine the amount of parenting time the non-custodial parent will receive? MORE
If I have legal custody can I move out of Oregon with my children? MORE
If my spouse and I are separated, can I get child support? MORE
What gets decided in a divorce? MORE
What happens if child support is not paid? MORE
What happens when one parent moves away? MORE
What if my spouse and I can't agree on custody of our children? MORE
What is a legal separation? MORE
What type of custody arrangements are possible? MORE
Who must pay the child's health care cost that are not covered by insurance? MORE
Who receives parenting time? MORE
Who will be required to pay child support? MORE
Who will get custody of the children? MORE