When a marriage ends, one of the most important issues is determining which assets belong to each spouse, known as separate property, and which assets must be divided. In Oklahoma, courts follow the principle of equitable distribution, meaning marital property is divided fairly, though not necessarily equally. However, separate property generally remains with the spouse who owns it and is not subject to division in a divorce. Understanding what qualifies as separate property can help protect your financial interests and avoid costly disputes during divorce proceedings. What… Read More

Marital property in a Tulsa divorce generally includes property, income, assets, and debts acquired by either spouse during the marriage through the joint efforts of the parties. Oklahoma is an equitable distribution state, which means marital property is divided fairly, but not always equally. A court does not simply split everything down the middle without first deciding what is marital property, what is separate property, and what division would be just and reasonable under the facts. Property division can become one of the most disputed parts of… Read More

Estate planning after divorce is something many people don’t think about. Divorce changes much more than a person’s marital status. It can affect property ownership, beneficiary designations, inheritance rights, powers of attorney, healthcare decisions, and countless other aspects of an individual’s financial and legal affairs. Unfortunately, many people finalize their divorce and never revisit their estate plan, leaving outdated documents in place that may no longer reflect their wishes. If you have recently divorced in Oklahoma, updating your estate plan should be one of your top priorities…. Read More