Not every divorce is amicable. Both sides are not always in agreement that the union has run its course and should come to an end. It happens often, one spouse would like to dissolve a marriage for one reason or another, but the other spouse will not comply. An uncooperative spouse can make for a really big headache in what is likely an already distressing life situation. If you want a divorce but your spouse does not, there are certain [...]
If you are going through a divorce for the first time, there will be many aspects of your marriage’s dissolution that you will have to work out. For example, if you have children, custody matters are important. Dividing up assets and determining finances is another big one. While child custody and asset division are just two of the many elements of a divorce that must be considered, they are some of the most weighty and emotional. First-time divorcees may go [...]
When a married couple has a baby, the state of Oklahoma will legally determine that the husband is the biological father of the child. This is called the “presumption of paternity.” The child is entitled to the benefit of their relationship with their parents like inheriting their estate in cases where the parents do not have end-of-life planning documents stating otherwise. And the parents, have the ability to raise their children according to their values and views. In situations where [...]
Divorce is typically not the most enjoyable process or one that people look forward to. Even when a couple agrees that their marriage is over and they are still courteous and respectful of one another, divorce can still be highly emotional and stressful. Often, if two parties can agree on all or most issues, their divorce can move forward more smoothly, be less expensive, and come to a conclusion more quickly. By contrast, when there is much contention between [...]
There is no way to completely dissolve a marriage easily. Divorce can come with emotional ups and downs, and even when a couple is cordial with one another, there may still be points of contention as they work through the process. The best way to complete a divorce successfully is to do so in the least amount of time, as affordably as possible, and as amicably as feasible. And while a couple may have determined that their marriage is [...]
Not all divorces occur between young couples. As people reassess their lives and what is important to them, they may find that what their future holds is something that does not include their current spouse, regardless of how long they have been married. If you have been with your spouse for a significant amount of time and as you enter into your golden years, you believe that it is best to end your marriage, you may be looking into [...]
When a couple splits up and they have children, they will have to deal with the issue of child custody and support. In Oklahoma, the law states that how these situations work out is always with the best interests of the children in mind. As such, it is a consideration for the child’s welfare, and not the parent’s preference that will be critical in determining such arrangements. When you are the parent that is deemed to have to pay child [...]
Child custody issues are not often cut-and-dry, especially when parents want equal time with their children or are fighting over who gets the most time with the kids. It can take a bit of back and forth while working out custody arrangements in a divorce. Unfortunately, there are situations where it is essential that children be removed from certain environments to keep them safe. In these situations, an emergency custody order may apply. If you sincerely believe that your child [...]
For married couples who have decided to part ways, the subsequent financial impacts that a divorce can have are one of the most common concerns. Potentially, if you are a spouse who relied on your former partner for financial support, you could be quite scared about your future and how you will manage after your marriage is officially over. When you also have children to care for, however, this can make your situation even more uncertain. You may not [...]
When a couple is going through a divorce and they have kids, it is inevitable and unavoidable that the question of custody must be decided. It is not uncommon for a divorce to draw out because there are issues over the two most sensitive subjects, which are money and child custody. It can be very hard for a parent to have to come to the realization that their time with their child could be reduced. As a result, the [...]
