Oregon divorces are filed in the Circuit Court for your county. Oregon is a no-fault, equitable distribution state, so you can end a marriage based on irreconcilable differences and focus on fair division and parenting plans.
You can file in Oregon if either spouse is domiciled in Oregon at the time of filing. File in the Circuit Court for the county where either spouse resides. Oregon does not impose a general post-filing waiting period statewide; timing depends on service, disclosures, and the court calendar. Oregon also offers Summary Dissolution for very simple cases that meet strict limits.
Choose your path and gather forms.
For an uncontested case, prepare a Petition for Dissolution, Summons, and financial disclosures. With children, include a Parenting Plan and UCCJEA details; some counties require a parenting class.
File with the clerk.
File at the Circuit Court clerk (Oregon supports eFiling). Pay the filing fee or request a fee waiver if needed.
Serve your spouse.
Use a process server or sheriff, or mail with acceptance where allowed. If you cannot locate your spouse despite diligent efforts, request alternate service. Keep your proof of service.
Track timelines and disclosures.
A respondent generally has 30 days after service to answer. Exchange complete financial information early; courts may refer disputes to mediation or Early Resolution programs.
Settle or set a hearing.
If you settle, file a Marital Settlement Agreement, child-related orders if applicable, and a proposed General Judgment of Dissolution. If issues remain, the court may schedule case management, mediation, and hearings.
Receive the final judgment.
After review, the judge signs a General Judgment of Dissolution resolving property/debt division, spousal support if any, custody/parenting time, child support, and any name change. Obtain certified copies.
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Do we need to be separated before filing in Oregon?
No. Oregon does not require prior separation.
Which court handles divorces in Oregon?
The Circuit Court in your county.
How long does an Oregon divorce take?
There’s no general waiting period; uncontested cases can finalize after service, disclosures, and court review, while contested cases follow the court’s calendar.