If you’re seeking guardianship of a child, it’s essential to understand the legal requirements and responsibilities. When a parent is unable or unwilling to care for their child due to illness, incarceration,…
In Oklahoma, estate planning often involves more than just deciding who inherits your home or savings. For many families, especially those who own rural land or have oil and gas interests, understanding…
When it comes to estate planning, one of the most powerful tools available is the Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust, commonly referred to as an ILIT. While it may sound complex, the concept…
Avoiding Estate Disputes in Oklahoma is something you can do, but it requires action on your part. Inheritance disputes can tear families apart. Emotions often run high after the loss of a…
If DHS requests an ISP from you, your compliance can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. When DHS becomes involved in a child welfare case, one of the…
In Oklahoma, domestic assault in the presence of a minor charges are taken very seriously. They can be even more serious if the charge is enhanced by claims of domestic assault by…
Grounds for contesting a will have specific requirements that need to be met to ensure the success of your will contest. In Oklahoma, the loss of a loved one can quickly become…
Picking a new name after divorce is possible, but you must file it correctly. In Oklahoma, a spouse who took their partner’s last name during marriage has the legal right to restore…
Receiving alimony while employed isn’t impossible, but you must meet certain criteria. Alimony, also known as spousal support, is a court-ordered financial payment that one spouse provides to the other after a…
If you have a protective order and divorce case in Tulsa County both cases will be consolidated as one. Courts commonly consolidate this type of case to streamline proceedings, prevent conflicting rulings,…