Called “The Beaver State,” Oregon is part of the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Oregon enjoys a diverse landscape, including the scenic Pacific coastline, the volcanoes of the Cascade Mountain Range, dense evergreen forests and high deserts. Interesting fact: Oregon is the United States' leader in forest fires and in 2007 it experienced more than 1,000 forest fires. How does Oregon stack up on the U.S. list of divorce rates? It comes in high with a figure of around 5 percent. If you find yourself with a fire at home that needs putting out, let a qualified attorney handle it for you so you don’t end up among the ashes; just check the city links below to find an attorney near you.