Child Custody and Best Interest in Oklahoma

Child Custody and Best Interest in Oklahoma

Child Custody and Best Interest is what the Courts use to decide which parent gets custody. This means that in a divorce or paternity case the Judge looks at several factors to decide custody. The best interest of the child is not a one size fits all analysis.  Rather, the court looks at all the facts surrounding the children and child custody. Some factors…

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Prenuptial Agreements Oklahoma

Prenuptial agreements are enforceable in Oklahoma. Given that fifty percent of all marriage end in divorce, having a properly drafted prenuptial agreement is prudent. Prenuptial agreements are also used for civil unions or any other long term agreements between people. A prenup is a contract. The contract is entered into prior to the final marital or civil union. A properly written prenup must meet…

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Serving My Spouse The Divorce Petition

Serving My Spouse The Divorce Petition

Whats the process for serving my spouse in a divorce is a question many people have. The divorce process is difficult enough without having to face procedural problems like service of process. Sometimes something as easy as serving the divorce petition can derail the case. If you serve it the wrong way you risk having the case dismissed forcing you to pay additional fees. Serving…

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Am I Common Law Married in Oklahoma

Am I Common Law Married in Oklahoma is a valid question. Family law in Oklahoma recognizes common law marriage. Call our Family Lawyers today

Am I Common Law Married in Oklahoma is a valid question. The consequences of whether you’re married or not are far reaching. Not only are we responsible for the medical bills of our spouse we may owe them alimony in a separation as well. The truth of the matter is that if you’re common law married and want to separate you’ll need a divorce. …

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