Every divorce is different. The process varies on whether you mediate, agree to most of the terms of the separation, or have significant issues that will require a fight in court. When you cannot agree on every term in your divorce, you will likely have to go through the full divorce process in Oklahoma. Below […]
A “gray divorce” is a divorce that occurs when the couple is usually 50+ years old. Many of these couples have been together for decades, so the divorce is a huge life change for them, often more so than younger couples. Couples going through a divorce later in life face unique challenges when it comes […]
Child Visitation Rights During Divorce: Temporary Orders Going through a divorce can take as little time as a few months, or it can take several years in contested cases. While you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse work through all of the issues that you must address in your divorce, from property division to alimony, your children often […]
Child Custody and Father’s Rights: What You Need to Know As a parent, you have certain rights and responsibilities when it comes to your children. It is a common misconception that mothers somehow have more rights than fathers when it comes to child custody, either for unwed complies or in a divorce. Father’s Rights for […]
How Assets Are Divided in an Oklahoma Divorce Going through a divorce can be one of the most challenging times of your life. However, understanding the process and how it will affect your situation can help you navigate it better and feel like you have more control over what is going on around you. Oklahoma […]
You Deserve a Level Playing Field in Family Court You may find yourself in Family Court in Oklahoma City for a variety of reasons. You may be starting or going through -the divorce process. You may be experiencing child custody or visitation issues. Perhaps you are involved in an adoption, guardianship, or be facing DHS […]
Parents who are going through the divorce process often use their children as pawns in a contentious legal battle. The spouses are so caught up in their own emotions, they focus on what they want and getting their own needs met. A child-centered divorce helps the parents put the needs of the children first. Benefits […]
Child Custody During COVID-19 If you have children and are divorced or considering a divorce, child custody and visitation rights can be a significant issue to work through. It is why you should secure representation from an attorney who understands the complexities of the law and of your particular situation. While parents may believe a […]
Anyone who’s thinking of divorce knows they have some difficult choices to make. And during the coronavirus pandemic, those choices may be somewhat limited because a lot of places are closed and things are very different than they would normally be. But Owens Law Office remains open to assist in divorce and family law cases […]