Emergency Custody Explained

Emergency Custody is a matter our family law attorneys deal with on a daily basis. In December of 2017, eight children were removed in and emergency custody action from a Cleveland home. The custody action started when an anonymous tipster tipped Police to search for a child’s body in the backyard. Upon finding the remains of a young child, the eight other children were removed by the authorities. While this is an extreme case, emergency custody and protective orders are used more often than you may realize. … Read More

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Bixby Family lawyers

Our Bixby Family lawyers have the experience you need. Family law is a broad practice area that requires a special set of skills to practice. Unlike other practice areas family law attorneys must be ready to navigate one of the most emotional areas of the law. When a child’s safety is involved or a marriage of many years is unwinding its emotional. Its not that the cases don’t settle down, its just getting to that point. Our attorneys have broad experience dealing with all aspects of a… Read More

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Divorcing an Immigrant Spouse in Tulsa

In a Tulsa divorce or child custody case Divorcing an Immigrant Spouse is a lot like any other child custody or divorce but may have certain complications. With immigration at the forefront of federal politics, it’s important to understand the implications, rights and laws that would affect your Divorcing an Immigrant Spouse. Among those concerns involve the length of time the spouse has been in the Country as well as the current visa status of the immigrant spouse. Spousal Visa and Support Obligations When applying for a… Read More

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New Tax Laws Impact on Alimony

New Tax Laws Impact on Alimony Payments in Oklahoma is big. With the new tax laws going through in December of 2017, there are some material changes to divorce laws and Oklahoma alimony payments. This is specified in the laws regarding tax deductibility of alimony. The Tax Cut and Jobs Act of 2017 eliminates the ability for a spouse who pays alimony to deduct the alimony amount from their taxable income. So for instance, a spouse making $50,000 annually may pay $10,000 to his or her ex-spouse… Read More

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Child Abuse Charges During Divorce in Tulsa

Child Abuse charges during divorce will change the divorce and child custody process in Tulsa. Many people know that divorces can become nasty. Take for example the recent divorce proceedings between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. The pair has six children together. When the news of the divorce broke, allegations of child abuse were directed at Pitt. Later exonerated by the FBI, this was still damaging to his public persona and reputation. While this is a high-profile example, bogus accusations of child abuse are often a tool… Read More

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Family Lawyers in Tulsa Discuss Threats by Phone During Divorce

Threats by Phone During Divorce is an absolute no-no in the divorce process. In a divorce, conversations and text messages can often become argumentative and sometimes threatening. Offensive and obscene language are tale-tell signs of threats by telephone. This is especially true if the language is in connection with threatening a person’s life. If you feel you have involvement in threats by phone or other electronic medium in your divorce, let us know. Its important to understand that certain conduct during the divorce process itself can impact… Read More

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Oklahoma Common Law Marriage and Divorce

Oklahoma Common Law Marriage and Divorce can be a complex question faced by many couples in Tulsa. Oklahoma is a state that recognizes common law marriage. You may be wondering why it is important to know if you are in a common law marriage or not. Well, if you are in one then you must legally file for a divorce through the courts if you are separating. This is because no such thing as common law divorce in Tulsa exists. When it come to the common law… Read More

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Dividing Debts in Tulsa Divorce

Division of Marital Property and Debts: Dividing Debts in Tulsa Divorce is a complex legal issue. The Oklahoma law regarding property and debt division in a divorce requires the court to make an equitable division of all marital property, including debts. Anything acquired during the course of the marriage is subject to division, including medical debts. This equitable or fair division, is not the same as a 50/50 split. Should the case go to trial, the court will consider the asset allocation and the parties ability to pay. In… Read More

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Paternity Testing Discussed by Tulsa Family Lawyers

Paternity testing is becoming more important as parents wait longer to marry and technology advances. With advances in technology it is now possible for an expectant mother to request a prenatal paternity test. There are two common options to choose from: Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) or Amniocentesis. However, there is a third option many consider to be less invasive. This requires a blood sample from both the mother and potential father. If you are considering a prenatal paternity test, let us answer some of your common questions…. Read More

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Tulsa Lawyers Discuss Genetic Testing in Paternity

The need for genetic testing in Paternity cases arises when there is a need to contest or to establish who the father of a child is. It’s important to note that fathers can only bring challenges to paternity, with very limited exceptions, within in the first two years after the child is born. Additionally, genetic testing conducted individually by the parties is not admissible in court. This is because some of those tests may not be accurate. Rather, only Court approved tets will be admissable for Genetic… Read More

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