Guidance
Find the Right Path for Your Situation
You do not need to know the legal name for your problem before reaching out. This guide can help you identify what is happening and what next step may make sense.
You know there is something that concerns you— that is enough. Tell us more about your situation and we will help you find the path forward.
Not sure where to start? Let’s figure it out together.
Answer a few questions and we’ll help you understand your situation and next steps
I’m Facing
a Divorce
Tell us a little about your situation, and we’ll help you understand the issues, options, and next steps involved in a divorce.
I’m Concerned About My Children
Answer a few questions about your family, and we’ll help identify issues involving custody, parenting time, support, and your children’s needs.
I Don’t Know
Where To Start
Not sure what kind of help you need? We’ll walk through your situation and help point you toward the information and resources that may be most useful.
I Need To Change Or Enforce An Order
Tell us what is happening with your current court order, and we’ll help you understand whether enforcement, modification, or another option may be appropriate.
Family Law Services
Choose the area that best matches your situation.
Divorce & Separation
Ending a marriage, dividing property, and planning for the future.
Custody & Parenting Issues
Custody, parenting schedules, relocation, and child-related concerns.
Support & Financial Orders
Child support, alimony, property division, and financial responsibilities.
Understanding the Family Court Process
Family law cases follow a series of steps that help identify issues, gather information, resolve disputes, and obtain court orders. Understanding the process can make it easier to know what to expect and what comes next.
Filing a New Case
How a family law case officially begins and the first steps that follow to get started.
Temporary Order Hearings
Important decisions that may be needed at the beginning and while a case is pending.
Discovery & Investigation
Gathering information, documents, and evidence needed to make decisions.
Settlement & Trials
Resolving disputes through agreement, negotiation, mediation, or court proceedings.
Appeals & Post-Trial Review
When you believe a court decision was incorrect, and want to seek review or other relief.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
Every family is different. The right legal guidance can save you time, stress, and potentially costly mistakes. We’re here to help you understand your options and make informed decisions.
Speak with an Attorney
Schedule a consultation to discuss your situation and get clear next steps
Not Sure Where to Start?
Many people facing divorce issues are not sure where to begin. Whether you need legal guidance, help understanding your situation, or information about cost and process, we offer several ways to get started.
Schedule a Consultation
Speak directly with an attorney about your situation, your concerns, and the next steps in the process.
Tell Us What is Happening
Use our guided family law intake to help identify the issues involved in your case and next steps.
Can I Afford This?
Understand the factors that affect legal fees before deciding whether to request a consultation.
Related Family Law Topics
Child Custody
Child custody cases focus on parenting schedules, decision-making responsibilities, and the day-to-day care of children. Courts are primarily concerned with creating arrangements that support the child’s stability, safety, and best interests.
Child Support
Child support addresses the financial support of children while a case is pending and after final orders are entered. Oklahoma uses guideline calculations based largely on the parties’ incomes and parenting arrangements. This include temporary support.
Spousal Support and Alimony
Spousal support, sometimes called alimony, involves financial assistance from one spouse to the other. Courts may consider income differences, financial need, and the circumstances of the marriage when evaluating support issues.
Court Process
The court process typically begins with filing the case and moves through stages such as temporary orders, information gathering, settlement discussions, and, if necessary, trial. Understanding the process can help reduce uncertainty and plan ahead.
Related Information
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How Much Will My Case Cost?
This is the second most common question we get in our office on a daily basis, besides the question, “How long does a divorce take in Oklahoma?” Isn’t This an Easy Question? It seems like it this question should be easy to answer, right? Probably not if you have ever been through a divorce or if you are a lawyer because you understand that not all divorces are the same since people are different.
