Home sales are a common part of divorce because couples do not want to be on the same mortgage together after they split up. They would both still be obligated to pay that mortgage, no matter who was actually living in the house. Instead, they sell it and divide the...
Family Law
What does equitable property division mean when you divorce?
There are two approaches to property division matters in an Oklahoma divorce. You can employ the collaborative approach where you negotiate your own arrangements, or you can litigate, which means asking the courts to divide your property in a manner consistent with...
Child custody: What factors does the court consider?
In some cases, two people who are getting divorced are able to come up with a child custody agreement on their own. They figure out a custody schedule and they set up a parenting plan. They can then take this to the court and, as long as everything looks legal, the...
Mediation can be a viable option for an Oklahoma divorce
Divorce can take both an emotional and financial toll on anyone. What often makes divorce so expensive is the prolonged periods couples can spend in a courtroom. And when tensions are already high, this can often exacerbate resentment and draw out the time it takes to...
How the Covid-19 Stimulus Bill Impacts Divorced Couples
The new Covid-19 stimulus bill could create issues for Oklahoma couples and families in various phases of divorce and child custody.