When spouses decide to divorce in Tulsa, one of the most important issues they must address is how their property will be divided. Oklahoma uses a legal system known as equitable distribution, which focuses on dividing marital assets fairly—but not necessarily equally. Understanding how equitable distribution works is important, because the court’s decision will determine what each spouse receives in the divorce and how their financial future is shaped moving forward. Understanding Equitable Distribution Under Oklahoma Law Equitable distribution is the legal process Oklahoma courts use to divide… Read More

When a couple begins the divorce process in Oklahoma, one of the most important questions they face is what will happen to the marital home. This question becomes more complicated when the home is titled in the name of only one spouse. Many people assume that being the sole name on the deed guarantees full ownership after the divorce—but under Oklahoma law, that is not always the case. Understanding Property Rights in an Oklahoma Divorce Oklahoma follows the rule of equitable distribution, meaning the court divides marital property… Read More

Dividing retirement assets during a divorce can be one of the most complicated parts of the process. Many couples in Tulsa are surprised to learn that even if a retirement account is in one spouse’s name, part of it may still be considered marital property and subject to division. This is where a Qualified Domestic Relations Order, commonly called a QDRO, comes in. Understanding a QDRO A Qualified Domestic Relations Order is a court order that recognizes a spouse’s (or former spouse’s) legal right to receive a portion of a participant’s retirement benefits…. Read More