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Understanding Custody in Oregon

In Oregon, custody arrangements focus on what's best for the children. The court considers many factors when determining custody, always with the child's well-being as the primary concern.

Legal Custody

The right to make major decisions about your child's life, including education, healthcare, and religious upbringing. This can be held jointly or by one parent.

Physical Custody

Where the child primarily lives. Even when one parent has primary physical custody, both parents typically have parenting time.

Factors Courts Consider

Oregon courts evaluate multiple factors when making custody decisions:

"Oregon courts do not favor one parent over the other based on gender. The focus is always on what arrangement best serves the child."

Parenting Time

Parenting time (visitation) schedules vary based on the children's ages, parents' work schedules, and distance between homes. Common arrangements include:

We work with you to develop a parenting plan that maintains your children's stability while ensuring meaningful time with both parents.

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