How Do I Expunge A Protective Order in Oklahoma

You can expunge a protective order in Oklahoma but the circumstances are important. An expungement and sealing of records is most often used in association with criminal records. The process involves the legal process of sealing a record so that its no longer a public record. As far as protective orders people can be haunted by a filing that may be part of a divorce or child custody case. The protective order may have been filed frivolously or with little to do with anything related to personal… Read More

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Can I Protect My 401K Retirement In A Divorce in Oklahoma?

Protecting your 401K retirement In a divorce in Oklahoma is possible. The key to who gets what depends on several important factors. When a couple divorces, any marital property must be divided. Like most states, Oklahoma divides marital property based on the legal doctrine of “equitable distribution” doctrine for property division. This contrasts with the nine states that follow the legal concept of community property, which divides marital property equally between the spouses. Oklahoma’s doctrine of equitable distribution divides marital property equitably, which does not mean it will… Read More

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What is Aggravated Domestic Assault and Battery in Oklahoma

Aggravated domestic assault and battery in Oklahoma is serious and has big consequences for the entire family. It’s not only a problem for the parties, but exposing the children to the abuse is also harmful. Oklahoma law, including the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act and other criminal statutes address domestic violence in Oklahoma. This includes getting protective orders or other emergency custody orders. Certain aggravating circumstances can result in a charge for a felony-level domestic abuse charge. Domestic Abuse (Violence) In Oklahoma In Oklahoma, domestic violence is… Read More

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Protective Orders in Divorce

Protective Orders and Divorce oftentimes go hand in hand. It is not uncommon that a protective order is put in place at the beginning of a divorce. More often than not, protective orders occur in divorces involving minor children. While this may not always be fair, the court generally takes a “better safe than sorry” approach. This is because the intention of protective orders is to protect a person from likely harm. Many times, harm comes from estranged spouses in the form of stalking, harassment, and sometimes… Read More

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How Long Does a Divorce Take in Tulsa?

Most of our divorce clients want to know how long does a divorce take in Tulsa. Unfortunately, there is no set length of time to finalize a divorce. You will have a general idea of the length depending on the type of case you have. There are three main types: (1) Uncontested, (2) Uncontested with Minor Children, and (3) Contested with or without children. Types of Divorce in Oklahoma Uncontested The fastest and most efficient types of cases are uncontested. Generally, in a case like this the… Read More

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What is the Waiting Period to Finalize a Divorce in Tulsa

The waiting period to finalize a divorce in Tulsa may impact how quickly you can get through the process. Oklahoma has a 10-day mandatory waiting period before granting divorces that do not involve minor children. The waiting period is 90 days when minor children are involved. However, since each case is unique, the time frame tends to vary from the beginning to the end. 90 Day Waiting Period to Finalize a Divorce With Children Oklahoma courts have stipulated a mandatory 90-day waiting period for people with children… Read More

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How Do I Get Sole Custody in Oklahoma Family Court?

When you realize that your relationship with your children’s other parent is toast, you’ll have to figure out who gets custody of your children. Unfortunately, issues of child custody can be overwhelming and contentious, with each parent wanting sole custody while arguing that the other parent should get nothing. Although some parents tend to work out joint custody arrangements without much turbulence, others turn to their lawyers to try and convince a court that sole custody is warranted. However, getting sole custody could be an uphill battle… Read More

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Child Relocation Laws in Oklahoma Custody

Child relocation laws in Oklahoma become important when a divorced parent wants to move with their child after a custody agreement is put in place. Many times when parents divorce, one party may want to leave the state. Obviously, this can cause major changes in custody arrangements. But what happens when the party that wants to leave the state with the child? Child relocation laws in Oklahoma can be a tedious and highy contentious process. It is possible though and we can help you by answering your… Read More

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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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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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