A parenting plan or custody agreement is a document that addresses how the parents of minor children will share responsibility for the custody, support, and management of the children. Some states have a standard possession order (SPO) that addresses many of these issues. Courts often require each party to a divorce or child custody proceeding to submit a proposed parenting plan.

In Oregon, a parenting plan or custody agreement is a crucial component of any divorce or child custody proceeding involving minor children. This document outlines how parents will divide responsibilities regarding the care, custody, and support of their children. Oregon law encourages parents to work together to create a parenting plan that serves the best interests of the child. The plan typically includes details on physical custody (where the child will live), legal custody (decision-making authority), parenting time schedules, holiday and vacation arrangements, and provisions for child support. If parents cannot agree on a plan, the court may order mediation or, ultimately, make a decision on their behalf. Oregon does not use a standard possession order (SPO) like some other states. Instead, the state provides guidelines and model parenting plans to assist parents in creating an agreement that is tailored to their unique circumstances. Courts in Oregon require each parent involved in a custody dispute to submit a proposed parenting plan, which the court will consider when making its final custody determination.