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• Does Oklahoma Have Custody Jurisdiction When One Parent Lives Out of State?

  When parents separate, one of the biggest concerns is who will get custody of their children. If all goes well, the parents will be able to make an arrangement on their own that is the best of their children. When this is not the case, the state, which has jurisdiction over the matter, will make […]

• Will I Need An Attorney For Divorce In Tulsa Oklahoma?

  Even a simple uncontested divorce can take a huge emotional toll on your family’s life. Divorces can last for years and can cost thousands of dollars.  While, there is no legal requirement to be represented by an attorney when filing for divorce in Oklahoma, it may ultimately be in your best interest. This article examines […]

• What is the Difference Between a Divorce and a Legal Separation?

  Not all troubled marriages end in divorce. If a married couple is having trouble but believes that the marriage can be saved or if the parties desire to stay married for religious, insurance, health or other reasons, they may petition the court for a legal separation. The following is a brief explanation of the differences […]

• How Can I Modify Our Child Custody Order in Oklahoma?

  In Oklahoma, a child custody order sometimes can be modified, whether both parents agree to the modification or not. This article explains how you can modify your custody order in Oklahoma. In order to modify your custody order in Oklahoma, a “Motion to Modify Custody Order” must be filed, typically with the same court from […]

• Can My Ex-Wife Move to Another State With My Children?

  Relocation is often an extremely contentious issue as it relates to child custody. Whether or not a custodial parent can move to another state with the children is a question that is frequently asked by the non-custodial parent. This article describes what you can do if you have been notified that your ex-spouse is planning […]

• How Long Does Divorce Take In Oklahoma?

  How long a divorce takes in Oklahoma depends on the particular circumstance of the divorce. Every divorce is different. Your personal history, background, financial situation, family circumstances and other details can effect how long your divorce will take. This article describes the main factors that will determine how long it takes to get a divorce […]

• What are the Requirements for a Common Law Marriage in Oklahoma?

  People get married for a variety of reasons including romance, finances or inheritance rights. Traditionally, this means getting a marriage license and have a ceremony before a judge, justice of the peace or clergyman. In Oklahoma however, it is not necessary for you to go the traditional route in order to enjoy the benefits of […]

• What Are Grounds For Divorce in Oklahoma?

  To get a divorce in Oklahoma, you need to have sufficient proof that your marriage needs to be dissolved.  For every Tulsa divorce, there must be at least one ground for divorce listed in the divorce petition. With the rise of no-fault divorce procedures across the nation, Oklahoma more often than not recognizes an ambiguous […]

• In Oklahoma, What Does Joint Custody Mean?

  Lawmakers generally agree that it is in the best interest of a child to have both parents involved in his or her life, both legally and physically. With this in mind, it is increasingly common for courts to award the parents joint custody of their children whenever possible. Parents who are going through divorce often […]

• Division of Marital Property in Oklahoma Divorce

  Amongst the many questions you may have when considering divorce in Oklahoma is how property will be divided between you and your spouse. Who gets the house? Who gets the car? Who gets the furniture, or the appliances, or the lawn tools? States vary on how marital property is divided in divorce. In many states, […]

• How Does Adultery Affect a Divorce Case in Oklahoma?

  Adultery can be extremely difficult for married couples to overcome. Statistics show that nearly half of all marriages will be affected by adultery at some point and about a third of all marriages end because of infidelity. So, it follows that one of the most frequent questions that divorce attorneys are asked is how adultery […]

• Is a Prenuptial Agreement Valid in Oklahoma?

  Most states require you to meet a number of prerequisite in order for a pre-nuptial agreement, also referred to as an “ante-nuptial” agreement, to be valid. In addition, more than half of the states in the USA have enacted the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act, which aims to standardize the handling of premarital agreements from state […]

• Divorce in Oklahoma: Is My Alimony Tax Deductible?

  If you have been married for a significant period of time and earn more money than your spouse, you will most likely have to pay alimony after divorce. Fortunately, alimony is tax deductible for the party who pays. The following is a discussion of the criteria that must be met to render support payments to […]

• Divorce in Oklahoma: Who Gets The House?

  How the assets will be divided between you and your spouse is typically one of the biggest questions you will have when considering divorce. The biggest of these assets in question will most often be your house or marital home. This is often an emotionally charged decision, but not one that you cannot make on […]

• What Happens if I Don’t Pay Oklahoma Child Support?

  As a parent you have a legal obligation to support your children. When you are ordered to pay child support as the non-custodial parent, you simply must pay. If you don’t pay your child support you may face serious consequence. The following is a list of enforcement measures that can be used against you if […]

• Who Gets To Claim The Child As a Dependent In Oklahoma Divorce?

  If you have a child and are divorced, separated or simply not living with the other parent, deciding who gets to claim the child as a dependent in Oklahoma can be rather tricky. Only one of you is entitled to claim the dependent exemption for a child each year and the IRS keeps a close […]

• How Do I Calculate Oklahoma Child Support?

  Why Child Support? The calculation of child support in Oklahoma starts with the principle that both parents are accountable for the support of their children. It also acknowledges that there are extra costs related to child-custody. For example, the custodial parent typically has to spend more money on housing, food, transportation, medical insurance, etc. These […]

• How Do Courts Determine Alimony in Oklahoma?

  Whether you are male or female, if you have been married for a significant period of time and are now seeking divorce, you may be eligible for alimony in Oklahoma. There are however, several other factors that will be considered. What follows here is a brief description of how courts determine matters related to alimony […]

• Will I Need To Pay Child Support in Oklahoma?

  In Oklahoma every parent has a responsibility for the support of their children. Whether you are married, divorced or unwed, this responsibility begins when the child is born and continues until the child is at least eighteen years old. Simply stated, child support is financial contributions one parent makes to the other parent (or guardian) […]

• How Can I Modify Child Support in Oklahoma?

  If you are paying or receiving child support in Oklahoma, it is quite possible that your circumstance have changed since the last time your support was calculated. If you are now having trouble paying child support, or if you believe that you are no longer receiving enough support for your children, you may be able […]

• 4 Tips for Avoiding Trouble With Social Media and Divorce

  For someone going through a divorce, the reasons to turn to Facebook, Twitter or similar social media sites are easy to understand. Loneliness, alienation, frustration, fear, anger and genuine concern can leave divorcing spouses anxious to find new sources of social support. The near-universal availability of social networks entices those in need of emotional support […]

• Child Support in Oklahoma

  Oklahoma law requires courts in most cases to follow standard child support guidelines based on several factors including each parent’s monthly income and fringe benefits, each parent’s role as either primary or non-custodial parent, health insurance or day care costs and the number of children in a family. While courts may diverge from the standard […]