I was 17 at time of marriage (mother signed consent) and husband was 21. Husband was hurt at work resulted in him having double knee surgery. I dropped out of high school to stay home for his care. Husband became an addict to prescription pills and habitual drunk. We have not lived as husband and... View More 
answered on Aug 12, 2023
If the children were born during the marriage, the husband is considered the legal father. If the husband is not the biological father, then this will need to be addressed in the divorce and there is a procedure to resolve this issue. You will need an attorney to make sure this is done properly.... View More
Any problem with moving in with new partner?
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answered on Aug 9, 2023
In Oklahoma, divorce laws can vary, and the impact of moving in with a new partner while going through a divorce could potentially affect matters like child custody, property division, and spousal support.
If you and your spouse have children, moving in with a new partner could potentially... View More
Just trying to get a better paying job
answered on Aug 23, 2023
I agree with Mr. Louden - another potential aspect could be if there was a job history issue, and therefore the attorney is thinking more along the lines of having to argue for/against stable employment.
Just trying to get a better paying job
answered on Aug 3, 2023
The only reason I can think of might be to minimize exposure for child support or possibly support alimony. With that said, I would go to the source and ask the attorney who made that suggestion to explain their strategy and then you will know for sure.
I wish you the best of luck with... View More
I called her Medical insurance company and they said that they couldn't talk to me as they didn't have an OK DPOA. The GA DPOA had 2 witnesses and a Notary.
answered on Jul 11, 2023
Sorry to hear of your headache with the insurance company. This is difficult to answer without seeing the power of attorney your mother signed.
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Oklahoma Statutes Title 56 OS Sec. 3006(C) states:
C. A power of attorney executed other than in this state... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2023
Technically it is still a state statute making it a felony. However, it has been rarely enforced since the 1960s. With the texas case of Lawrence it has become even more challenging because it’s a privacy issue between two consenting adults. Even though that case was a sodomy case between same... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2023
Technically, yes. It's not where the marriage takes place, but where the adultery takes place that matters. So, if adultery takes place in Oklahoma, then Oklahoma has jurisdiction to prosecute the crime of adultery under Oklahoma law. However, the statute which makes adultery a crime in... View More
complaining party wants done?
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Context and details are always critical, so I think an attorney would need to first know the specific situation you are referring to in order to know whether or not there might be a duty to do, or not do something.
If you have a specific situation, contact an attorney directly (don't... View More
I don't know where to find or how to draft. Unable to retain lawyer. But judge isn't following proper procedures, opposing counsel allowed to make hearings without motions per decree. Contempt motions. Motion for refused drug test to show as positive. And more..but where do I find these?... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2023
It is unfortunate that you feel the judge is ignoring procedure and the opposing party is getting away with things you do not agree with. You will not find any such forms here. This is a forum to get general answers to questions. I am not sure why you are unable to retain an attorney, but if you... View More
I don't have the $ to pay my lawyer to move forward with enforcing the decree settlement how do i do that by myself with out representation?
answered on Jun 7, 2023
I have outlined below a few basic things to get you pointed in the right direction.
1. A good place to start would be to go to your local law library. Study the statutes related to the issues in your case.
2. Make sure you understand the rules of evidence. This will govern what... View More
children were placed in the care of my girlfriends sister and brother in law my girlfriend and i had the same criminal lawyer but he stood in for both sides in our child case so was with us and against us? is that a conflict of interest which should result in a reversal of guardianship
answered on Jun 2, 2023
An attorney would have filed an appearance for either the Guardian or the parents. There will be a copy of the Entry of Appearance in the court file.
To terminate a guardianship, it can either be terminated by agreement, or if the parties don't agree, if the parents can prove the... View More
my ex is an attorney in the court that we were divorced in. He is well known in the county and state that the divorce took place in. Im unable to pay for an attorney nor have i been able to get help from legal aid in this matter. I live in missouri now and I want the divorce court to be move to... View More
answered on May 24, 2023
There is no law that allows a divorce court or case to be transferred from one state to another. Each state has its own divorce courts. Once a divorce case has been properly began in one state, that state retains jurisdiction through the entry of the final decree. It sounds to me from your... View More
She's been missing since April 14
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answered on May 22, 2023
The actual law regarding the parent-child bond can vary depending on the jurisdiction and specific circumstances. In general, the law recognizes the importance of maintaining a strong bond between parents and their children. If your oldest child is missing and in the custody of ICW (Indian Child... View More
If I have had my child all her life and were residents of Oklahoma, her dad is in texas, which state child support laws does child support follow texas or Oklahoma?
answered on Apr 26, 2023
This is dependent on previous court orders. If the Oklahoma court has established jurisdiction over the child then Oklahoma calculations would be used. Likewise for Texas. If there is not orders in place then you would use the resident state of the child, because that state has more of an interest... View More
consequences for the mother if she drops charges and a protective order? He doesn’t live in their home. She was told she could be charged with a misdemeanor. Is that true?
answered on Mar 28, 2023
This question depends a lot on the involvement of the department of human services in the matter. However, as a general rule, if a man has abused one of the children in the home (doesn’t matter whether they are his biological children, stepchildren or children of a girlfriend in a relationship)... View More
I have been dating someone for over 2 years and he has never met my daughter but he is aware of her. My current boyfriend recently expressed that he’d like to meet my child. My daughter told her dad that she will be meeting mom’s boyfriend, now her dad is threatening me saying he wants to take... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2023
A non-custodial parent can take a custodial parent back to court to modify custody or to modify the terms and conditions of possession at any time until the child reaches 18 years of age.
Any such case will be adjudicated based on the facts and circumstances proven by the admissible... View More
They are in AZ but willing to come to Oklahoma to have the baby. Where do I start? How do I bring home the baby when she is born
answered on Mar 10, 2023
If she comes here to have the baby then you will most likely avoid the legal issues of multiple states and thus making it easier and cheaper for you. Kinship adoptions are a fairly simple procedure and most adoption attorneys can assist you and most of us will give a free phone consult to make sure... View More
She gave me papers about a Temporary Order and a court date hearing. At this point, I'm unable to afford representation in my behalf. How do I respond to the papers handed to me? Do I go to the court hearing date? What is the procedure and process to that?
answered on Feb 20, 2023
Unless you waive formal service, her handing you the documents is not proper service. With that said, now that you know she has filed take the documents she gave you to an experienced family law attorney so that they can prepare a response and begin preparing your case for hearing.
Best of luck!
She gave me papers about a Temporary Order and a court date hearing. At this point, I'm unable to afford representation in my behalf. How do I respond to the papers handed to me? Do I go to the court hearing date? What is the procedure and process to that?
answered on Feb 20, 2023
Personally, no. Her handing you the paperwork does not constitute formal service of process. It’s a rare courtesy.
Take the papers she gave you to a competent attorney with family law experience in or near the county where the divorce proceedings are filed well before the date of the... View More
We signed a divorce decree >30 days ago , In District Court - Oklahoma City. I was intimidated, my attorney yelled! I would have to pay her $2000 more if she had to take this to trial ! Then she yelled I won't represent u at a trial! ( I've paid her using loans from my adult... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2023
It sounds to me like you hired a cut rate lawyer and received cut rate service.
You likely do not have grounds to vacate your divorce decree if one has been signed by a judge.
If there are substantial things you want changed in the divorce decree, you should contact an experienced... View More
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