Salem Visitation & Parenting Time Lawyers
Compassionate & Strategic Representation for Parents in Albany & Keizer
When longstanding family relationships are disrupted by a divorce or separation, it affects the whole family. Many parents worry about preserving their parent-child relationships, especially in situations involving allegations of abuse, high-conflict dissolutions, or contested parenting schedules.
Visitation and parenting time can be legally complex and emotionally overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Johnson & Taylor, we understand how important it is to spend quality time with your children. Our visitation and parenting time lawyers are ready to help with thoughtful, strategic guidance.
Our firm works closely with parents to build realistic, workable schedules that align with their family’s needs. Whether you’re establishing a new arrangement, responding to an unfair proposal, or seeking modifications to an existing order, you can expect compassionate counsel and unwavering support every step of the way.
If you’re preparing for a visitation or parenting time dispute in Salem, don’t wait to secure experienced representation. Contact us online to request a free case evaluation. Se habla español.
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What Is Parenting Time?
Parenting time (formerly known as visitation) refers to the court-ordered schedule of contact between a parent and their children. These determinations are always intended to serve the child’s best interests.
Parenting time is structured through a court-approved parenting plan that outlines when and how each parent spends time with the child. This agreement typically includes details about weekend visits, midweek visits, summers, and holidays.
How Is Parenting Time Calculated in Oregon?
Parenting time is determined based on the number of overnights the child spends with each parent over a two-year cycle. The Oregon Department of Justice uses a parenting time calculator that accounts for weekends, holidays, and vacations.
While the finalized schedule is formally reflected in a formal parenting plan, the specific parenting time structure is shaped by the facts of each family’s situation.
Some influencing factors include:
- The child’s best interests. Courts are obligated to prioritize the child’s best interests when determining parenting time.
- Each parent’s ability to provide care. The court may evaluate parental availability and involvement in the child’s life and routines.
- Existing parent-child relationship. Judges often consider the strength and history of each parent’s bond with the child, including prior caregiving roles.
- Work schedules. Employment demands, travel time, and scheduling limitations can shape what a realistic parenting time arrangement looks like.
- Geographic distance between parents. Distance can significantly impact how often parenting time can occur, especially for weekday and weekend schedules.
- The child’s school and activities. Courts aim to minimize disruption to school attendance, extracurricular activities, and routines.
- Each parent’s ability to co-parent. The court may consider each parent’s ability to engage in ongoing contact and cooperation with the other.
- Safety concerns. Any history of domestic violence, substance abuse, or unsafe conditions can affect parenting time and supervision requirements.
- The child’s wishes, if appropriate. Depending on age and maturity, a child’s input may be considered in the wider context of the “best interests” framework.
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“I appreciated the time he took with me to explain all the details and to ease my concerns. Also, Myra was very helpful and pleasant. Overall I am very satisfied with their service.”- Dawn S.
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“I recently used Johnson and Taylor, Person Injury and Family Law to assist me in divorce proceedings. Brittany Sumner and her paralegal, Stephanie Kincaid, provided excellent service and expertise. They were quick to respond to questions via email or phone and were able to schedule appointments in a timely manner. I highly recommend this practice and will use them again in the future should I have need for legal representation.”- Natalie R.
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“There was a lot of debt that needed to be sorted out, but they were both confident and positive that things would be straightforward, but were always prepared if things were to become more difficult. They made the process as painless and easy as possible, and were communicative and very patient with me and all of the worries I had. 10 out of 10, I can confidently say that I would happily work with them again if I ever need another divorce”- Margaret C.