Keizer Family Law at a Glance

Serving Keizer Families from Salem

Keizer is the city directly north of Salem – same county, same courthouse. Family law cases for Keizer residents file at the Marion County Circuit Court, 100 High Street NE in downtown Salem, about 10 minutes south on River Road. Regele Law is at 1415 Commercial St SE, a short walk from the courthouse.

Stacy Regele has practiced exclusively family law since her 2016 Oregon Bar admission. She has been named an Oregon Super Lawyers Rising Star every year from 2021 through 2026 – awarded to fewer than 2.5% of eligible attorneys in Oregon. The firm carries a 4.9-star Google rating.

Family Law Services in Keizer

• Divorce in Keizer – Filed at Marion County Circuit Court. Contested, uncontested, cooperative, and high-asset cases. Marion County recorded 1,138 divorces in 2024.
• Child Custody and Parenting Time – Oregon courts apply a best-interests standard. School districts, McNary High schedules, and proximity to Wilkes Elementary all factor into practical parenting plans. See how Oregon child custody cases work.
• Spousal Support – Oregon has three spousal support categories: transitional, compensatory, and maintenance. Learn more on our spousal support page.
• Property Division – Equitable distribution in Oregon does not mean automatic 50/50. See our property division overview and FAQs.
• Fathers’ Rights – Oregon law starts from a level playing field. Read about fathers’ rights in Oregon.
• Order Modification – Circumstances change. See how to modify a family law order.

What to Expect Filing in Marion County

For Keizer residents, the process is straightforward: Marion County is your home county, and the courthouse is 10 minutes from most Keizer neighborhoods. Here is the sequence:

1. Confirm residency. Six months in Oregon before filing, or you were married in Oregon. Virtually all Keizer residents qualify.
2. File at 100 High Street NE, Salem. In person, by mail (P.O. Box 12869, Salem, OR 97309), or via OJD eFile. Filing fee: $287.
3. Serve your spouse. Signed acceptance or professional process service.
4. Temporary orders (if needed). Interim arrangements for custody, support, and the marital home can be set while the case is pending.
5. Mediation. Required for most contested custody matters before a trial can be scheduled.
6. Settlement or trial. Most cases resolve through negotiation. We prepare every file for trial regardless.

Attorneys for Keizer Families

Stacy Regele – J.D., Willamette University, 2016. Exclusive family law practice. Oregon Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2021-2026. Divorce, custody, spousal support, and modifications.

Joseph Crouch – J.D., University of Oregon, 2022. Former Oregon Court of Appeals clerk. Estate planning, prenups, and postnups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do Keizer residents file for divorce?

At the Marion County Circuit Court, 100 High Street NE, Salem, OR 97301. Keizer is in Marion County, so this is your home court – about 10 minutes south on River Road. The filing fee is $287 per ORS 21.155.

Does it help to have a Salem-based attorney for a Keizer divorce?

Yes. Regular presence at Marion County Circuit Court matters in practice – familiarity with the docket, the judges, and the local mediation pool. Our office is one block from the courthouse.

How long does a Keizer divorce take?

Uncontested: approximately 90 days. Contested: 8 to 14 months, depending on issues and court scheduling. Oregon has no mandatory waiting period before a final judgment.

Schedule a Consultation

Call 503-396-4996 or contact Regele Law online. We are at 1415 Commercial St SE, Salem, 10 minutes from Keizer. The first conversation is confidential and carries no obligation.