How to File for Divorce in Oregon
Complete guide to Oregon divorce process, forms, and requirements for 2025
Steps to File for Divorce in Oregon
1
Meet Residency Requirements
One spouse must have been an Oregon resident. If married in Oregon and still live there, no waiting. Otherwise, 6 months residency required.
2
File the Petition
File a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with the Circuit Court. Oregon only allows no-fault divorce (irreconcilable differences).
3
Serve Your Spouse
Your spouse must be served with the petition. They have 30 days to respond.
4
Complete Disclosures
Exchange financial disclosures including property, debts, and income information.
5
Attend Hearings
Attend any required hearings. Summary dissolution available for qualifying couples.
6
Finalize the Divorce
Oregon has no mandatory waiting period. Uncontested cases can finalize relatively quickly.
Oregon Divorce Requirements
Residency Requirement
6 Months
6 months residency required, or no waiting if married in Oregon and still living there.
Waiting Period
None
Oregon has no mandatory waiting period after filing for divorce.
Filing Fees
$300
Filing fee is approximately $300. Fee waivers (deferrals) available.
Required Oregon Divorce Forms
Petition for Dissolution
Primary form to initiate divorce
Summons
Notice to respondent
Certificate of Dissolution
Statistical information
Parenting Plan
Custody arrangement if applicable
Judgment of Dissolution
Final divorce decree
Types of Divorce in Oregon
Summary Dissolution
- Short marriage (under 10 years)
- No children
- Limited property
- Both agree
- Simplified process
- Lower costs
Regular Dissolution
- Any marriage length
- Children or property
- Full court process
- Discovery if needed
- May need trial
- Standard timeline
Important Things to Know
Oregon is a pure no-fault state following equitable distribution. Summary dissolution is available for short marriages without children or significant assets.
Oregon-Specific Considerations
- Oregon is an equitable distribution state
- No mandatory waiting period
- Pure no-fault divorce state
- Summary dissolution available
- Mediation encouraged
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