Oklahoma Family Law for Men
The Benefits of Tulsa Fathers in Children's Lives
Time and time again, research has shown the benefits children experience as a result of having their Tulsa fathers involved in their daily lives. Of course, no parent needs to be told that their child will benefit from their involvement. But academic studies can be powerful and persuasive evidence to provide to an Oklahoma family […] Read more »When an Oklahoma Father is the Victim of Domestic Violence
In many ways, domestic violence in Tulsa, Oklahoma is still not well understood. There are still some people who believe only a woman can be the victim of domestic violence. This is not true. Men, too, can be victimized through physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. They have the right to protect themselves from this treatment. […] Read more »Fighting an Unfounded Protective Order in Tulsa District Court
A protective order issued in Tulsa, Oklahoma can have lasting legal consequences beyond the actual order itself — it can also have a dramatic effect on parenting rights. This is why it is so important to challenge a protective order that was issued based on misstatements, exaggerations, or evidence that is less than the truth. […] Read more »Do You Need a Lawyer in an Uncontested Divorce in Oklahoma?
An uncontested divorce in Oklahoma might seem like a straightforward process. After all, if a couple can fill out the forms themselves, and don’t disagree over the division of property, parenting, alimony, or anything else, there shouldn’t be any problems — right? Unfortunately, a divorce is rarely as simple as it might seem at first. […] Read more »What Makes a Tulsa Fathers Rights Lawyer Different?
Fathers’ Custody Rights in American Law Gender disparity in parenting rights has an long and inconsistent history in American law, which has created the need for men in Oklahoma to secure the services of a Tulsa fathers rights lawyer. Changes over time have favored men, then women, and now both parents. Unfortunately, not all courts […] Read more »The Benefits of Legal Separation in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, legal separation allows married individuals to obtain court orders concerning child custody, child support and even spousal support while remaining legally married. Separation allows married individuals to retain some of the benefits of marriage within legal structures often associated with divorce. Read more »How Can You Establish Parentage in Oklahoma if Paternity is in Question?
Acknowledgement of Paternity When your child is born and you are not married to the mother, you may be surprised that you have no immediate or automatic legal parental rights. In Oklahoma, establishing paternity is necessary before you can establish parentage. Paternity means you as the biological parent. Parentage means you have the rights and […] Read more »Can Men Get Alimony in Oklahoma?
Spousal Support is Based on Need, Not Gender Traditionally, when you think of alimony (also known as maintenance or spousal support), you likely think of an ex-husband making payments to an ex-wife. As Tulsa divorce attorney, I more often find that men’s concern in divorce is protecting their assets against an estranged spouse’s unfair alimony […] Read more »Defending Against Allegations of Child Neglect or Abuse in Oklahoma
False allegations of child abuse are sometimes used as an illegitmate manuever in child custody battles. Consult a child abuse defense attorney when your parental rights are at stake. Read more »Do Mothers Have an Advantage in Oklahoma Child Custody Cases?
A fathers' child custody rights in Oklahoma are no different than a mothers' but courts sometimes find reasons to favor one parent over another. Men often approach divorce with the presumption that courts will favor a child's mother. You need a qualified Oklahoma mens' child custody lawyer to show the court why your involvement is important in your child's life. Read more »
