Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Portland
DBMA Family Law Group is a dedicated legal practice specializing in family law matters, providing attentive service and strategic solutions for clients navigating emotionally complex disputes. With decades of combined experience, our team prioritizes intelligent legal practice and productive resolutions, focusing on minimizing harm to families while achieving sustainable outcomes. We offer a range of dispute resolution methods, including traditional litigation, mediation, and collaborative law, tailored to clients' unique needs and budgets.Our attorneys are committed to preserving relationships where possible while fiercely advocating for clients' rights in matters such as divorce, child custody, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements. Rooted in Portland's legal community since the early 1990s, we combine deep local knowledge with specialized expertise in Oregon family law statutes and case precedents. Our practice emphasizes transparency, ethical representation, and comprehensive client education throughout every legal process.
Services
Collaborative Law
Mediation Services
Traditional Litigation
Prenuptial Agreements
Child Custody Cases
Spousal Support Advocacy
Divorce Proceedings
Parenting Time Disputes
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in Oregon family law practice
- Our team provides multiple dispute resolution pathways including collaborative law
- We prioritize child-centered approaches in custody and parenting time matters
- Our attorneys maintain active roles in Oregon legal professional organizations
- We combine courtroom experience with alternative dispute resolution expertise
Services
Collaborative Law
Collaborative Law offers a structured process for resolving family disputes without court intervention. Both parties retain separate attorneys while working with specialized professionals to create customized solutions that preserve relationships. This approach reduces conflict and focuses on long-term family well-being through transparent negotiations and shared problem-solving.
Mediation Services
Mediation provides a neutral framework for resolving disputes with professional guidance. A certified mediator facilitates discussions about custody, support, and property division while maintaining impartiality. This cost-effective process empowers parties to control outcomes through voluntary agreements while maintaining confidentiality throughout proceedings.
Child Custody Cases
We handle all aspects of custody determinations focusing on children's best interests. Our representation covers legal custody decisions about education and healthcare, as well as physical custody schedules. We advocate for practical parenting plans that maintain meaningful relationships while addressing each family's unique circumstances and children's developmental needs.
Prenuptial Agreements
Our firm drafts comprehensive prenuptial agreements protecting personal and business assets before marriage. These legally binding documents establish clear expectations for property division while respecting Oregon's legal requirements. We help couples create customized solutions that provide financial security and prevent future disputes.
Divorce Proceedings
We guide clients through Oregon's no-fault divorce process from initial petition to final judgment. Our representation includes property division, spousal support determinations, and post-divorce modifications. We combine courtroom experience with strategic negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing emotional distress during this transitional period.
People
Nicole Deering
Founding Partner
Nicole Deering has practiced family law in Oregon since 1994, specializing in complex divorce cases and child custody matters. She combines courtroom advocacy with alternative dispute resolution methods to achieve client goals while prioritizing children's well-being. Her practice emphasizes ethical representation and community legal education.
Questions
What family law services does DBMA offer in Oregon?
We provide divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support advocacy, prenuptial agreements, and collaborative law solutions tailored to Oregon statutes.
What dispute resolution options are available for divorce cases?
We offer traditional litigation, mediation, collaborative law, and cooperative law approaches to suit different client needs and conflict resolution preferences.
How does Oregon handle property division during divorce?
Oregon presumes equal contribution to marital assets, typically dividing them 50/50 unless proven otherwise through detailed legal arguments and evidence.
Can I modify existing child custody arrangements?
Yes, parenting plans can be modified when changes serve the child's best interests, with court approval based on updated circumstances.
What experience do your attorneys have in family law?
Our lead attorneys have over 25 years of experience handling complex family law matters through mediation, litigation, and collaborative divorce processes.
