Which Parent Gets Custody is decided by an agreement of the parents or by the district court after a hearing. When you’re going through a divorce or separation in Oklahoma, one of the most critical issues you’ll face is who will get custody of your children. It’s a complex decision that the court doesn’t take lightly. Understanding the custody laws can help you anticipate…
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Getting a Protective Order in Wagoner County
When getting a protective order in Wagoner County, it can often feel very overwhelming. In Oklahoma, protective orders are legal instruments there to offer a safety net for those that are facing threats, harassment, domestic violence, or stalking. If you are a victim of any of these circumstances, understanding the grounds for obtaining such an order could benefit you greatly. By recognizing the aspects…
Can I Move With My Children After Getting a Divorce in Wagoner County
Knowing if you can move with your children after getting a divorce in Wagoner County is an important worry to have. The biggest part of a Wagoner County Oklahoma divorce is the child custody arrangement. Many divorced parents have a custody and visitation arrangement in place if they share parenting duties with someone else. Generally, this requires some type of court paperwork to be in…
The Difference Between Common Law and Legal Marriage in Wagoner County
It can be confusing to figure out the difference between common law and legal marriage. Oklahoma stands as one of the few states in the U.S. that recognizes common law marriages. Although similar in many respects to legal or ceremonial marriages, common law marriages in Oklahoma have distinct differences. This includes their own set of advantages and disadvantages. This article aims to delineate these…
Prenuptial Agreements
Prenuptial Agreements are enforceable in Wagoner County family court. If you’ve gotten engaged, discussing the division of assets during a divorce is probably the last thing on your mind. However, as more people enter into marriages with substantial assets and debt, everyone could benefit from a prenup. Here are a few reasons to consider a prenuptial agreement in Oklahoma. Prenuptial Agreements Minimize Disagreements Knowing…
Child Support Modification: Reasons and Process
Child support is an ever-changing payment depending on circumstances. This is especially true for income changes of the paying parent. If you are the paying parent and you receive a substantial promotion that significantly increases your income, you child support is legally obligated to modify. On the flip-side, your child support obligations should modify if you lose your job or receive a demotion. Child…
Child Support Calculation in Wagoner County
Child Support Calculation in Wagoner County doesn’t have to be so difficult. With that said sometimes problems make it harder than it needs to be. One of the most common questions we receive as Family Attorneys in Wagoner is: How does someone calculate child support? They also ask if child support can be modified. Well, this begins under Title 43 §118-120. Further, these statutes…
Explaining Wagoner County Common Law Marriage
Wagoner County Common Law Marriage does in fact exist and is enforceable as a valid marriage. One of the most famous common law marriages was the union between western lawman Wyatt Earp and Josie Marcus. In fact, even Oklahoma has a long history of recognizing common law spouses. Common Law marriages occur on a regular basis and often people don’t even realize it. If…
Parental Preference For Wagoner Child Custody
Parental Preference For Wagoner Child Custody really doesn’t exist. Many people have the misconception that mothers are favored in custody. While this was the case in past years, it is not so today. Fathers do not have disadvantage simply for being fathers. If you are in a custody dispute and have questions on parental preference and who is favored in custody, let us shed…