Establishing paternity in Oklahoma
Many couples in Oklahoma look forward to the days when they will have children. They plan together and prepare for lives with their growing families. Their expectations of parenthood follow what many consider traditional lines of building families. This traditional manner of having kids as a couple is not, however, the only way that people […]
In Oklahoma, guardians tasked with many different roles
Taking care of and raising a child is one of the most important, and most fulfilling, roles an Oklahoma parent can take on. Unfortunately, there are times when a child’s mother or father, either due to their deaths or their unfitness as parents, can no longer look after the best interests of the child. When […]
How do we make our Oklahoma divorce settlement official?
No matter how much animosity exists between a divorcing couple in Oklahoma, they may still wish to avoid a trial. After all, trials are a matter of public record, and many spouses may want to preserve their privacy when it comes to divorce. To do so, they may enter into a mutually agreed-upon out-of-court settlement […]
Oklahoma child support goes beyond basic necessities
When Oklahoma parents divorce, it is usually the case that one of them will be paying child support. While parents often dispute the amount of child support owed — some say it is too much, others say it is too little. Either way, there is no denying that child support is of vital importance to […]
Alleged Oklahoma baby abductors vindicated
A child custody dispute can create strife in families. Sometimes those disputes can get resolved in Oklahoma by mediation and sometimes court action is necessary. A divorce or relocation can impend the best interest of the child. It’s important for parents to know their rights in a case involving child custody. Two women were recently […]
Making wise decisions regarding financial assets after divorce
Sometimes in the midst of a challenging divorce it can become difficult for spouses in Oklahoma to make the best decisions possible without some guidance. This is when having a legal representative can be particularly important. In many cases, it is property division and other money issues that spouses may find especially complex. However, there […]
"Copycat" divorces may be ok
It takes courage to file for divorce. After all, it is a huge life change. And for some residents of Oklahoma, keeping company with those who also have gone through a divorce makes taking this big step easier. By observing how their divorced friends are positively thriving after their marriages have ended, others too may […]
Boy taken from his grandparents’ care in custody dispute
It is sad to say that sometimes a child’s parents are so unfit that they are no longer able to serve as parents. It is in this situation that a guardian may be called in to take care of the child’s needs. However, that is not to say that these decisions will be without controversy. […]
One should take caution when moving out prior to divorce
When a couple in Oklahoma decides to separate many literally do so — one partner will often move out of the shared family home. However, is this a wise move to make? In some cases the answer may be no. Simply put, leaving the family home may in some circumstances amount to abandoning one’s family. […]
New law will require parents to take a course before divorce
Child custody issues are often on the forefront of any parent’s mind when it comes to divorce. Most parents want to help their children weather the divorce in as good a manner as possible. Yet some believe additional measures may need to be taken, for the sake of parents and children going through a divorce. […]
