Coweta Family Law Attorneys

The Coweta Family Law Attorneys at Tulsa Divorce Attorneys and Associates can help you. When you’re embroiled in a family law case we make it easier. From agreed and highly contested divorce to paternity determinations and Step parent adoptions we’ve done them all. As most of us know a family law case has a great potential to escalate and become some of the most contentious litigation around. The truth is that its understandable given whats a stake. When custody of a child or the end of a relationship is involved the gloves come off. If you’re facing a divorce with minor children read on. Otherwise read through our blog for information that may interest you.

Oklahoma Divorce With Children Process

In Oklahoma there are several types of divorce available. A divorce can either be for cause or based on irreconcilable differences. By in large the vast majority of divorces are based on irreconcilable differences but its up to the party’s. In all cases the case starts with the initial petition. In this document you set out the biographic information related to the party’s. This includes each persons name, date and place of the marriage, children’s names and ages and where they’ve lived prior to the divorce being filed.

The petition also sets out the reason for the divorce and what type of child custody you’re asking for. If there’s a disagreements as to any of the things being asked for the issue is set for a temporary order hearing. At this hearing evidence is presented in support of your petition and testimony is given. A temporary hearing can involve child custody, child support, alimony or any other disputed issues. The important thing to realize about a temporary order is that its temporary. This means that if the decision goes your way or not its not final. If there’s an issues in the temporary order that remains disputed its heard at the final trial.

Where in Oklahoma is The Divorce Filed

To file a divorce in Oklahoma you must be a resident of the State for at least six months. This is a jurisdictional matter and must be satisfied before the case can move forward. Once you’ve established jurisdiction you next decide venue. Venue deals with where in the State the case is heard. Generally this regrades to the County the case is in. For venue to attach you must reside in the County for 30 days prior. Venue is more of an issue of convenience. The convenience pertains to where the witnesses and location for evidence.

Coweta Family Law Attorneys Near You

If you’re facing a family law case we can help you. Our Coweta family law attorneys have handled all types of family law cases all over Oklahoma. From agreed orders to highly contested child custody and more we’ve done them.  Call and get a free and absolutely confidential consultation at 539-302-0303

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