One of the most common questions clients ask at Tulsa County Lawyers Group is whether Oklahoma is a “mother’s rights” state. The short answer is no. By statute, Oklahoma is a gender-neutral…
Is Oklahoma a Mother’s Rights State in a Custody Case
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What is Considered Indirect Contempt in a Tulsa Family Law Case
In family law, a court order isn’t just a suggestion—it is a mandate. When one party fails to follow the clear instructions laid out in a divorce decree or custody order, the…
A Guide to Winning a Custody Hearing In Tulsa
Winning a Custody Hearing In Tulsa requires organization and a plan on how to move forward with a winning strategy. When a child custody case reaches the point of trial, emotions run…
What Can You Do If the Other Parent Refuses to Follow the Custody Order in Tulsa County?
If a Parent Refuses to Follow the Custody Order in Oklahoma the courts will punish the offender. Child custody orders are designed to protect the best interests of your children and create…
What Is a Parenting Plan in a Child Custody Case in Tulsa?
A parenting plan in a child custody case is critical to your success. When parents in Oklahoma go through a divorce or custody dispute, one of the most important documents the court…
10 Common Myths About Probate and The Process in Oklahoma
The number of Myths About Probate colors people’s idea of what it is and its process in TulsaIt’s easy to see why—stories circulate about drawn-out court cases, family feuds, and massive legal…
Explaining The Procedure for Filing For Emergency Custody in Oklahoma
The State of Oklahoma takes allegations of domestic abuse or other situations that place a child in imminent risk of harm very seriously. The courts have very specific requirements that must be…
Explaining the Process For a Guardian of an Adult Ward To Sell The Ward’s Property In Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, a guardian of an adult ward (a person under guardianship) cannot unilaterally sell the ward’s real property. The sale must be authorized and confirmed by the court that established the…
How Does Legal Custody Work in Oklahoma?
Legal custody is one part of custody arrangements in Oklahoma. When parents separate or divorce in Oklahoma, one of the most important questions involves who makes major decisions for the child. This…
What’s The Process To Modify Custody Orders in Oklahoma?
We often get questions about whether it’s possible to modify child custody orders, as they are meant to reflect the best interests of the child at the time they are issued. Life…