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  • Do I Need a Protective Order?

    It is not uncommon for individuals in a relationship to believe abusive language and behavior is normal. For many individuals, domestic violence is a new concept. In some areas of the country — and in families all over the United States — violence between a wife and husband, or between partners, is not a crime. […]

  • Does My Criminal Record Affect Child Custody Decisions in Oklahoma?

    Having a prior criminal conviction does not necessarily preclude a parent from having custody of their child. However it does present a road block that the parent must overcome. Ultimately, a judge will use the best interest of the child standard when deciding whether a conviction affects child custody in Oklahoma. Hiring an experienced child […]

  • How Do I Tell an Oklahoma Judge in My Child Custody Case That My Child is Being Coached By the Other Parent?

    Unfortunately parental coaching is not uncommon in many custody cases in Oklahoma. It is a difficult part of divorce and custody proceedings when one parent is not doing what is in the best interest of their child and using their child against the other parent. One of the hardest parts of a divorce attorney’s job is […]

  • What Can I Do If My Ex’s New Partner is a Bad Influence on My Child in Oklahoma?

    A custody modification in Oklahoma based on the other parent’s new partner or spouse’s behavior is analyzed by family law judges on a case-by-case basis. The specific details of the case will decide the outcome. When it comes to custody modification, there are rarely “yes” or “no” answers, most family law attorneys and judges will […]

  • Tips on How to Be The Best Client For Your Tulsa Divorce Attorney During a Divorce

    Many divorce attorneys wish they could teach a class to their clients on how to be the most helpful during a divorce. This is not to say that most clients are difficult. Rather, many do not know what goes into divorce preparation and hearings, and they are not supposed to! Yet there are ways to become […]

  • What Happens to the Family Pet After Divorce in Oklahoma?

    Animal companions have become a norm in our society. You can usually see plenty of videos on the internet about cats being cats, dogs “talking” like humans, and your best friend posting pictures of their new “fur baby” on social media. But what happens to the family pet after divorce in Oklahoma? Some couples choose to […]

  • My Spouse Has Separate Property that I Contributed to, Can an Oklahoma Court Order Reimbursement?

    It is very common for couples to own property prior to marriage, but continue to maintain the property during the marriage while keeping it part of your separate property. The issue arises when community funds are used to maintain the property — suddenly the issue becomes whether the property is still considered separate property or […]

  • How Do I Get My Spouse to Move Out During Divorce Proceedings in Oklahoma?

    If you and your spouse have initiated divorce proceedings, the last thing both of you want to have to go through is continued interaction with each other on a daily basis. It is possible to have your spouse move out during divorce from the family home in Oklahoma. However, they may be reluctant to leave. Your […]

  • Can I Receive Alimony During the Tulsa Divorce Process?

    It is common in a marriage for one spouse to stay at home and care for the home and children — if there are children — and the other spouse to work. However, when this couple separates, the stay-at-home spouse may worry about financial support in the form of alimony in Oklahoma once their spouse […]

  • What Happens if an Oklahoma Step-Parent Adopts Their Step-Child, but Later the Couples Divorces?

    There is no question how difficult the divorce of two biological parents is on a child. There are new schedules to adapt to, new step-parents, new homes, and new schools are all part of the adjustment to a divorce. When a child has already gone through the loss of one biological child and has bonded […]

  • Real Cases on How Oklahoma Applies ‘Best Interest of Child’ Standard in Family Law

    When litigants enter the courtroom with their child custody attorneys, a common phrase that is used is “the best interest standard.” If you were to ask your attorney or a family court judge to define this standard, odds are they would answer “well, it depends” when it comes to the best interest of child situations […]

  • Recent Developments in Same-Sex Adoption Laws in Oklahoma

    In recent same-sex adoption laws, the Oklahoma legislature approved a bill that allows “faith-based” adoption agencies to deny adoption applicants based on their marital status, religion, or religious beliefs. This includes denying same-sex adoption in Oklahoma. The bill includes agencies that receive state funds as well. Kansas recently approved a similar bill. This bill was approved […]

  • Child Visitation Do’s and Don’ts in Tulsa, Oklahoma

    As many people experience throughout the United States, separation and divorce is difficult, stressful, and rarely a pleasant experience. This situation becomes so much more emotional when children are involved in the separation and divorce and visitation in Oklahoma must be worked out. Even though a divorce is not a positive experience, it is very important to […]

  • Can a Tulsa Court Force My Ex to Pay Child Support Even if He’s Not Working?

    Now that you and your ex-spouse have completed your divorce, the spousal support should start if it hasn’t already. However, if your spouse claims that they lost their job and cannot pay alimony, this could put you in a difficult situation, a situation that only your skillful divorce attorney can assist through a process called […]

  • Can an Oklahoma Divorce Attorney Represent Both Spouses?

    Many divorcing couples consider hiring one attorney for both spouses as a way to cut down on costs, create less paperwork, and reduce complications. This may sound great, however, ethically attorneys cannot represent both spouses in a divorce action. But there are other options available, especially in Oklahoma — like mediation. This may not seem […]

  • How to Handle a Difficult Spouse During a Tulsa Divorce

    There is something about divorce that brings out the worst in some people. This is an unfortunate byproduct of an unhappily married couple — It is common for unhappy couples to bring their relationships issues into divorce proceedings. When one spouse is more difficult than the other, this always results in more difficult divorce proceedings […]

  • Should I Use A Witness Statement in My Request for a Change in Custody?

    In general, parents typically submit a witness statement in Oklahoma along with their motion to change child custody because they support the parents’ reasons for a change in custody. Many of these statements can be used as character statements as well. There are many benefits of using a witness statement including not only showing a […]

  • How Bankruptcy Affects Your Divorce in Oklahoma

    If you are contemplating filing for bankruptcy and divorce in Tulsa, Oklahoma, it is probably a very stressful time for you and your spouse. Finances are seriously affected in both instances — divorce is actually one of the top reasons couples file for bankruptcy. The following tips will help minimize the negative impacts of both […]

  • What is the Difference Between a Contested Divorce and an Uncontested Divorce?

    Most divorce attorneys will encourage parties to cooperate with each other and learn to compromise when going through a divorce in efforts to avoid a contested divorce in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Many times this is not easy to do due to lingering relationship issues, incompatible personalities, and anger about the situation. It is important to understand […]

  • Differences Between a Litigated Divorce and a Mediated Divorce

    Your divorce process will affect every fiber of your life, it will impact your family and can have lasting effects as well, whether it is a mediated or litigated divorce in Oklahoma. How you choose to pursue your divorce action will dictate how it will negatively or positively impact you. In a litigated divorce, each […]

  • Tips to Reaching a Fair and Equitable Marital Settlement Agreement in Oklahoma

    A marital settlement agreement in Oklahoma is a preferred way to conclude a divorce because it allows both spouses to have a say in the final outcome of the case. It also tends to take less time and be less expensive. However, some spouses feel like they did not get a fair share of assets […]

  • What Should I Bring With Me to the First Family Law Attorney Meeting in Tulsa?

    For many, the idea of your first family law attorney meeting in Tulsa can be overwhelming — and a little intimidating. If you are going through a divorce or child custody action, you probably know very little of the procedures involved. In contrast, divorces and child custody cases are what your soon-to-be family law attorney […]

  • Does My Child’s Father Have to Pay Child Support if We Were Never Married?

    Having children before marriage is becoming more popular in the United States recently. In 1940, nearly 4 percent of births were to unwed parents. As of 2015, the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics reported 40 percent of births in the United States were to parents who were not married. When parents aren’t married, and […]

  • Can I Ask for a Custody Modification if the Other Parent Puts Our Child in Childcare During Custody Time?

    A very common occurrence these days is for working parents to place their children in childcare during custody time in Oklahoma because they have to be at work during normally scheduled custody. For example, a father works on Saturdays because he is a cars salesman, and Saturdays are when he earns most of his commission […]

  • What Happens to Change in Child Support When the Custodial Parent Changes From One Parent to the Other in Oklahoma?

    In order to seek a change in child support in Oklahoma, the moving party must show that a significant change in circumstances necessitates a change in support, for example, when primary custody changes from one parent to the other. Change in child support takes into consideration parenting time when determining amount of support. We discuss […]

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