Schantz Fanning P.C.

Our awesome paralegal and Scattegories champion, Trina, with the trophy she won during our June Office Lunch! 👏🏆

As Father's Day approaches, here's some helpful reminders for all the dad's out there.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/dads-matter-so-act-like-it/

How can you make sure your child's voice is heard if you are in the middle of a custody dispute? Read the latest article on our website for tips.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/presenting-the-childs-voice/

Are you thinking about scheduling an appointment with a family law attorney? What is important to know for that first meeting? Read the latest article on our website for suggestions on how to prepare.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/how-should-i-prepare-for-a-consultation-with-a-family-law-attorney/

Enjoying the seasonal decorations at the Clackamas county courthouse 🎄

This week we had our annual End of the Year celebration and white elephant gift exchange! 🎁💖 looking forward to what 2024 will bring.

It's so important to give back this season, and this year our firm had the opportunity to donate stockings through Fill a Stocking to help homeless youths, adults and children in the Portland area. What a great cause! 💝🎁

Laura and Lucinda accidentally matching on their way to court!

Happy Halloween from Schantz Fanning 🎃🦇👻

A few members of our team got to visit Halloweentown while at the courthouse for a hearing today. 🎃🦇👻

What are you made of? Read the latest article on our website:

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/what-are-you-made-of/

Are you in the midst of a custody battle and wondering how you can get more time with your kids? The easiest way to do so may surprise you. Read more at our website:
https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/how-can-i-get-more-time-with-my-kids/

Attorney Chris Fanning will be giving the presentation "So You Want to Get Divorced - Now What?" tonight at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please find the link below for any who would like to join, free of charge.

us02web.zoom.us/j/86716400195

A "bulldog" attorney may not be all it's cracked up to be. Read our latest article to find out why!

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/the-drawbacks-of-a-bulldog-attorney/

What is a child-centered divorce? And how can it benefit you and your children? Read our latest article to find out.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/four-things-to-do-to-have-a-child-centered-divorce-or-separation/

Happy Friday and happy ! 🐶💻 We hope you enjoy the weekend with your four-legged friends!

What is spousal support? And will you or your spouse receive it?

Read the latest article on our website to find out more about alimony in Oregon.
https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/a-brief-introduction-to-spousal-support-in-oregon/

Who keeps the kids stuff in a divorced household? Read the latest article on our website to learn more.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/who-keeps-the-kids-stuff/

Had a great time at the year end Washington County bar meeting at Ardiri winery last night. As I am retiring at the end of the year, it was nice to catch up with attorney colleagues who I have known for a long long time. The law firm will be in good hands with my partner, Christopher Fanning.

Click below to read our latest article on Mental Health Awareness Month. c

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/mental-health-awareness-month-tips-talk-to-a-lawyer/

We got to take advantage of some of our sweet building amenities this week! And the nice weather ☀️🕶️🥵

Why is my divorce taking so long?

Divorce and family law disputes can be really stressful, uncomfortable experiences for everyone involved. Understandably, people facing these cases oftentimes ask “how long does it take to get a divorce?” or “how long does a custody case take?”

The answer really depends on a lot of factors, some that are in your control and some that you have less control over. So if you’re asking yourself, “how can I make my divorce move faster?” there are a few things that may help speed up the process.

READ MORE HERE: https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/why-is-my-divorce-taking-so-long/

A beautiful, sunny day calls for moving the office outside! ☀️😎

Proud to 🐝part of this team! Today some of our firm participated in a bee-related trivia game hosted by our building in honor of Earth Day! 🌎💙

Are you dealing with a difficult spouse or ex in your family law matter? If so, what are some ways that can help you efficiently communicate with them?

Attorney Chris Fanning weighs in with some helpful tips in the newest article on our website "Dealing with Difficult People". You can find more articles relating to family law on our website via the link in our bio.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/working-with-difficult-people/

What is the true meaning of a narcissist? And if you are dealing with one, how can that impact your family law case?

Click the following link to read our recent article: Narcissists, Narcissism, and Dealing with Difficult People in Divorce and Family Law Cases.

https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/narcissists-narcissism-and-dealing-with-difficult-people-in-divorce-and-family-law-cases/

What is the difference between custody and parenting time? And do you need full custody to be able to spend time with your children?

Visit our website via the link below to read more on this common myth regarding custody.
https://www.oregondivorceattorney.com/family-law-myths-custody-vs-parenting-time/

Happy from our office! Women make up the majority of our team and we ❤️ working in such a strong and compassionate environment! ♀️👏

During a recent winter weather event, I was walking down a short flight of stairs that had become slippery with ice. I had walked on ice and down plenty of slippery stairs in my lifetime, so it didn’t seem that risky. Well, as they say, pride comes before the fall, and, in this case, my pride was almost immediately met with a fall.

As my feet began to depart from underneath me, I instinctively reached my arms out to the railings on each side of me, desperate to stop what seemed like an unavoidable fall. Remarkably, I was able to catch both railings. No sore tailbone, no embarrassment from the unexpected tumble. I was saved.

That feeling was quickly and sharply replaced by the sensation of pulling and straining in my shoulders, arm and back muscles that were giving every last nanometer of elasticity to hold me up from falling. What I hadn’t expected in trying to prevent myself from injuring my lower body, was that the cost was pain throughout my upper body that would last for days. In reflecting on these unforeseen consequences, the lesson from this incident seemed appropriate for many other situations in life. If I had just landed on my backside, sure I would have been a little sore, but I wouldn’t have been as sore as I ended up from trying to catch myself. Basically, sometimes trying to avoid problems leads to more problems.

This can certainly be the case in divorce and family law. It’s not that anyone wants to go through the pain and frustration of one of these cases, but oftentimes trying to avoid that discomfort can lead to more heartache and unforeseen consequences that are much worse than the pain that they were trying to avoid. While it is certainly wise to try to solve problems, it’s similarly wise to be mindful of the costs of the possible solutions so that you’re not choosing an even more destructive option.