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When Can I Set Time Limits in My Oklahoma Parenting Plan?

When Can I Set Time Limits in My Oklahoma Parenting Plan?

Oklahoma parenting plans are legal documents made with the court that establish child custody, child support, and child visitation schedules for parents going through an Oklahoma divorce. If you have concerns about your ex-spouse spending time with your child, then you may have the option to limit the amount of time your ex-spouse is allowed to spend with your child. This can be done by setting time limits on visitation hours. If you ever encounter any obstacles to this, [...]

All You Need to Know About Oklahoma Parenting Plans

All You Need to Know About Oklahoma Parenting Plans

You may have heard of a parenting plan while going through the Oklahoma divorce process if you have kids. A parenting plan is something that you will run into at one point or another, so it can help to become familiar with the various requirements and effects a court order like this could have on your future. The essential function of a parenting plan is to establish who will raise the children, for how long, and who will be [...]

What is Oklahoma Collaborative Divorce?

What is Oklahoma Collaborative Divorce?

A Tennessee collaborative divorce is a cheaper option that can save you a lot of time and stress when it comes to divorcing your spouse. All you have to do is hire an Oklahoma Divorce Attorney with experience in collaborative law and convince your spouse to do the same. Once this is done, you can go through the process of negotiating a deal with your spouse, hopefully without the need to take your Tennessee divorce case to trial. What [...]

What If My Spouse Should Not Be the Legal Parent in Oklahoma?

What If My Spouse Should Not Be the Legal Parent in Oklahoma?

Couples often face many challenges during an Oklahoma divorce. One challenge a couple may face when they have kids is child custody cases that involve a parent who should not be the child’s legal parent but is for whatever reason. Changing the legal parent status can be difficult, but not impossible and simply involves the process of disestablishing parentage. If you have any questions or concerns about this, all you have to do is contact an Oklahoma Family Lawyer [...]

Unique Challenges of Seeking Divorce as a Military Service Member in Oklahoma

Unique Challenges of Seeking Divorce as a Military Service Member in Oklahoma

Military service members face unique challenges and potential benefits of seeking an Oklahoma divorce. If certain requirements are not met, you could miss put on certain financial benefits as a military service member. At the same time, you may have access to resources designed for military service members, depending on your circumstances. Knowing about these requirements can help you anticipate potential challenges and access benefits that could make your transition after the divorce easier. If you have any questions, [...]

When Can I Modify My Child Support Orders in Oklahoma?

When Can I Modify My Child Support Orders in Oklahoma?

Financial circumstances can change at almost any time, with unexpected results. If your financial situation changes rapidly enough, you might not be able to pay your monthly child support and things might escalate to restrictions on your income and other financial resources. However, there might be a way for you to avoid this with a request to modify the child support orders. Talk to an Oklahoma Family Lawyer to learn more about what steps you will need to take [...]

When Can Grandparents Be Granted Visitation Rights in Oklahoma?

When Are Grandparents Granted Visitation Rights in Oklahoma?

As a grandparent, an Oklahoma divorce can be a shocking revelation to deal with. What can be more concerning is whether you will be able to see your grandkids again. This can depend on whether the parents agree on joint custody or sole custody of the children and what the wishes of each parent are. However, there are some cases where you may be able to attain visitation rights despite the wishes of the parents. Talk to an Oklahoma [...]

What Obstacles Could I Face with Oklahoma Child Support?

What Obstacles Could I Face with Oklahoma Child Support?

Whether you need to start a child support request for the first time during an Oklahoma divorce or find yourself dealing with an ex-spouse who refuses to pay child support, there are a lot of common obstacles people can face during this time. Some obstacles involve finding your ex-spouse and others involve enforcing your ex-spouse to pay child support. In either case, an experienced Oklahoma Family Attorney can help when these obstacles become overwhelming. Common Legal Obstacles with Oklahoma Child [...]

How Are Retirement Benefits Divided During an Oklahoma Divorce?

How Are Retirement Benefits Divided During an Oklahoma Divorce?

Several things are divided up during an Oklahoma divorce, from property to financial earnings. One thing that might also be divided up in your divorce if you or your spouse are a certain age is retirement benefits. Whether your ex-spouse will be allowed to receive a portion of your retirement benefits depends on different factors. Being aware of these factors can help you better financially prepare for the divorce. If you ever have any questions or come along any [...]

Can I Seek Divorce While Pregnant in Oklahoma?

Can I Seek Divorce While Pregnant in Oklahoma?

Seeking an Oklahoma divorce is complicated enough but seeking a divorce during an unexpected pregnancy can come with a whole host of legal issues and obstacles. Many of these legal challenges revolve around child custody, paternity testing, and parental rights. If you ever have any questions, be sure to talk to an Oklahoma Family Lawyer for guidance. Seeking an Oklahoma Divorce While Pregnant The potential outcomes of seeking a divorce while pregnant depend on the context of the pregnancy. For example, [...]