50 Lessons from Oklahoma Divorce Attorneys
Facing divorce is a stressful process that can bring out the worse in people at times. Some people even use the divorce process as a means of seeking revenge or to punish a former spouse, whether it is by making the process as difficult as possible or attempting to take…
Resolving Holiday Custody Disputes in Oklahoma
Living by a visitation schedule is a difficult adjustment for recently separated parents and their children. During and after a divorce, it is crucial to develop a holiday custody schedule that allows reliability for children and parents. When parents establish an agreed holiday visitation schedule, both parents get to spend…
Oklahoma Divorce and Dividing Retirement Accounts in Divorce
Whenever we first meet with a potential new client that is facing imminent divorce, they often ask about division of property. Many people facing an Oklahoma divorce think of marital assets and ask “Does my spouse get half of everything?” This is an unfortunately common misconception about Oklahoma divorce law…
Child Support for Professional Athletes and Millionaires
Overview of Child Support Determinations Child support is paid by one parent to the other in a divorce or paternity case and the purpose is to provide for the needs and expensive of the child. In Oklahoma child support is calculated by on a statutory formula based on the spouses’…
Guardianship and Elder Care in Oklahoma: Process and Purpose
What is a Guardian? A guardian is appointed by a court to take responsibility for the elderly person and assist them take medication and make smart financial decisions. It is an option taken by the court after a hearing and medical confirmation that the elder is unable to take care…
Top-Rated Divorce Attorney in Oklahoma City
How to Protect Yourself, Your Assets, and Your Future in a Divorce. Get A Free & Confidential Divorce Consultation: You have worked for years to earn your living; however, divorce can and will put a financial strain on your estate and retirement plans. Whether you are facing division of the…
COMMON LAW MARRIAGE IN OKLAHOMA
What is Common Law marriage? Common law marriage is a recognized form of marriage and is equally valid in Oklahoma as a ceremonial marriage. Neither type of marriage is better or stronger than the other. This means that two people don’t have to get a marriage license of have any…
Oklahoma Custody Modification Procedure
Step #1: Motion to Modify The filing of a Motion to Modify Child Support, Child Custody, or Legal Custody formally initiates the modification proceeding in Oklahoma. A Motion to Modify must state information about the parties seeking modification; the jurisdiction of the court to hear the modification; and the Petitioner’s…