Family Law & Divorce Attorneys
Policies, Procedures, Compliance, & Litigation
Our Family Law Team assists clients in all aspects of divorce, including property and business valuation, division of assets and debts, spousal support, child support, and transferring property titles. This includes representing clients in the courtroom, as well as in private mediation.
We are also available to meet with individuals who are not involved in legal proceedings, but are contemplating divorce or a modification to their existing divorce judgment and need information and guidance for the future. Coming in for a consultation does not always lead to legal action.
Business + Family
Any type of business or professional practice can complicate divorce settlement or litigation. I work hard to provide you the best advice regarding allocation of business interests as well as allocation and division of
- Social Security benefits
- Health insurance (COBRA)
- Pensions and 401k’s
- Stock plans and stock options
- Deferred compensation
- Retirement incentives
- Business appraisals
- Military pensions and survivor benefit plans
Most couples don’t think of their wedding as the beginning of a personal business partnership: making money, investing for the future, and accumulating assets. When the marriage ends in divorce, the accumulated assets and debts of the parties must be divided.
Our family lawyers meet clients where they are and are prepared to offer guidance for individuals who are faced with making critical decisions for themselves and their families.
Separation is never foreseen and definitely not fun. We want to make the process as simple as possible. Give our office a call at (541) 389-5010 to discuss your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
You may want to speak with a divorce lawyer if you are considering divorce, separation, custody changes, support issues, property division, business valuation, or a modification to an existing judgment. Francis Hansen & Martin can help you understand your options before you make major decisions.
A lawyer can still help you understand your rights, review agreements, protect financial interests, and avoid unclear terms. Even cooperative divorces can involve property, debt, support, retirement, parenting time, or business issues that need careful review.
Yes. A consultation does not always lead to legal action. Our attorneys meet with individuals who are thinking about divorce or modification and need guidance for the future.
The timeline depends on the issues involved, court schedules, cooperation between parties, mediation, property division, custody questions, support matters, and whether litigation becomes necessary.
Bring financial records, tax returns, property records, business documents, retirement account statements, debt information, parenting schedules, court orders, and any written agreements or messages related to the case.
