Child custody and support in Oregon

Custody Of The Children In Oregon

In the state of Oregon, parents are required to develop and file a parenting plan with the court before the divorce will be granted. This plan outlines parental responsibility, how parenting time will be shared and other issues involving the child or children. Joint legal custody gives both parents the right to be involved in making decisions regarding a child’s development. The court in the State of Oregon will approve decisions made by parents regarding custody, as long as the child’s best interests are kept in mind.

Oregon Child Support Guidelines

Oregon’s standard child support guidelines will apply in almost all cases, unless there are exceptional circumstances present. Both parents' gross incomes are taken into account when calculating the child support obligation. Payments for child support continue until the child reaches age 18, and may extend longer if the child pursues secondary education.