Family Law Talk

Many people are familiar with the concept of parental alienation, but fewer are aware of the term "realistic estrangement." Parental alienation occurs when one parent intentionally seeks to undermine the other parent's relationship with their children, often through a prolonged effort to demean or defame them. While this process can take time to fully take effect, it can severely damage the target...

Co-parenting applications are becoming more popular in divorce or family law cases where there are children. In cases where these cases are not resolved peacefully, or where there are ongoing disagreements, more courts are ordering parties to use a co-parenting application for communications, calendaring, and paying expenses involving the children. Some parties even agree to use these apps without...

It is no secret that a divorce is an expensive process, with short-term and long-term effects on the finances of both parties. A divorce requires families to deal with emotional, legal, and financial challenges. When you are concerned about your financial stability after a divorce, it can make the divorce process even harder. This podcast is based on a blog post on our Tulsa, Oklahoma family law b...

Depositions are expected in divorce or family law matters. All sorts of witnesses may be deposed. During a divorce or family law deposition, one attorney asks the witnesses under oath to discover relevant information. Information is relevant if reasonably calculated to lead to the discovery of admissible evidence. During the deposition, the other attorney in the case can also ask the witness quest...

The state of Missouri recently followed many other states by making equal parenting time a rebuttable presumption in divorce and child custody cases. The rebuttable presumption was enacted as part of Senate Bill 35, which went into effect in Missouri on August 28, 2023. Under the new law’s terms, there is a rebuttable presumption when determining child custody arrangements that equal or approximat...

A difficult separation is never easy. When you file your divorce petition and serve your spouse the papers, but they ignore or avoid the petition, it can make the situation even more frustrating. When you face a stressful divorce process like this, you may be able to obtain a default divorce. This podcast is based on a blog article titled: What Is a Default Divorce in St. Louis? To learn more abou...

Mediation is a popular alternative dispute resolution method in divorce or family law matters. Many opt to participate in mediation seeking a settlement outside of court. Many picture being alone in a room with the mediator and the other party. In that room, they envision a scenario where both parties and the mediators talk, devise solutions, and resolve the case. Sometimes, having both parties in...

Most divorces are resolved through out-of-court methods, such as collaborative divorce and divorce mediation. These options are preferred due to their privacy, cost-effectiveness, and their emphasis on collaboration over contentious arguments. Unfortunately, some divorces need to be handled through court. This may be to protect a spouse’s rights or to reach a needed conclusion to the process. This...

Many wonder when they should hire a lawyer in the months and weeks before a divorce or family law matter. “Should I do it now? Can I wait until later?” Questions like these are typical. As a divorce or family law matter looms, many are in a quasi-state of denial. They often wrongly think that the situation can be averted. When Is The Best Time To Hire A Lawyer? This podcast episode is based on an...

Finding legal counsel that you can rely on is a crucial step when you decide to get a divorce. A divorce is a complicated and emotionally straining process, and a diligent and dedicated divorce lawyer can guide you through proceedings more efficiently and with more certainty. However, it’s important to find the right attorney for you and your situation. Meeting with an attorney is helpful. In this...

A divorce is the most well-known way to end a couple’s marriage, although there are other legal routes available. Legal separation is possible for some couples who want to retain the legal existence of a marriage but separate their assets and living situation. Marriages can also end when they are invalid or discovered to be invalid. In these scenarios, a couple can file for an annulment. This podc...

Any divorce is a complicated and difficult process, both legally and emotionally. Even spouses who agree on most things can have a lot of stressful hurdles. In some situations, the issue may be that one spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers. In a circumstance where a divorce is more contested, divorce proceedings can be longer and more draining. It’s important to know what to do if you face th...

Most lawyers and law firms want to organize their clients’ case files. Organization can be key to having a successful outcome. Clients should also want their lawyers to be organized. When a lawyer is organized, it can save them money in legal fees and can result in a better outcome. What is a pleading panel and what role can it play to help attorneys be prepared and organized in a case? This podca...

Establishing paternity can be a wonderful way to ensure both parents have the same responsibility for their child. However, it can also be potentially complicated if parents do not agree on the biological parents of a child or if a married couple challenges the paternity of their child. This episode is based on an article on our Tulsa Divorce Lawyers Blog titled: Establishing Paternity in Tulsa To...

Spousal maintenance is sometimes awarded in a divorce case as a monthly payment from one ex-spouse to the other. The purpose of maintenance is to ensure that each spouse retains a similar standard of living after the divorce. It can also give a lower-earning spouse time to become self-sustaining. However, these maintenance payments are not permanent, and they are subject to modification if circums...

You are not required to be represented by an attorney in an uncontested divorce. However, an attorney can help a couple in an uncontested divorce in many ways. An attorney can make an uncontested divorce go more smoothly, and less stressful, and even save you money in the long term. This episode is based on an article on the Indianapolis Divorce Lawyers Blog titled: Do You Need an Attorney For an...

Religion can often come into play in child custody disputes. Whether it is a divorce or custody case between unmarried parents, parents may often be of different faiths. Who Gets to Decide What Faith The Children Practice? When Will The Family Court Get Involved? Listen to this episode to find out more. This episode is based on an article on Family Law Headquarters titled: Child custody and religi...

Estate plans are an exceptional tool for safeguarding assets, protecting your interests at the end of your life, and ensuring your loved ones receive the most benefits possible from your estate. It is important that you continually update your estate plan throughout your life to reflect your current goals and ensure it is enforceable. This podcast episode is based on an article titled: When Should...

Although divorce is fairly common, many couples do not know the warning signs that divorce may be in their future. Unfortunately, this means that many couples miss the opportunity to prevent or avoid divorce. Knowing signs that divorce may be on the horizon helps you and your spouse take informed action if you notice key behaviors in your own marriage. This podcast is based on an article titled: S...

A high-asset divorce occurs when one or both spouses have significant assets from during their marriage. In addition to the challenges that any divorce faces, including financial strain, emotional turmoil, and the potential for contentious relationships, high-asset and high-value divorces have additional complications. This podcast episode is based on an article titled: Challenges in a High-Asset...

Divorce is rarely easy for any couple, but a gray divorce brings additional challenges, financial complications, and emotional difficulties that are not present in every divorce. Couples who decide to get a gray divorce may be making the right choice for themselves and their future, but it’s essential to understand the potential consequences of obtaining a divorce after a long marriage. This episo...

Grandparents can play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. When parents are married, or together, many grandparents can get access to and visit their grandchildren without any problems. But sometimes, grandparents can have trouble getting access when there is a divorce or when the parents are never married. How can grandparents go about getting visitation rights? Listen to this e...

Sometimes, a client can appear in court with the idea that a trial will occur. However, the trial ends up being continued. For many clients, a continuance can lead to more stress, anxiety, and fees. A trial date can be continued for many different reasons. A trial may be continued in the days or weeks before the trial date. But, sometimes, a trial can be continued on the trial date. This podcast e...

Most understand that a court enters a judgment after a contested divorce or family law matter results in a trial. In the judgment, the court enters a ruling in terms of the result of the case. The case outcome binds the parties in terms of what must happen. Many parties want to understand the rationale behind the court’s judgment. Findings of fact and conclusions of law are essential because they...

Business records can be vital to divorce or family law matters. One method of getting business records admitted into court is through a business records affidavit, where the custodian of records signs the affidavit and verifies the authenticity and accuracy of the records. The affidavit is signed in front of a notary public. Listen to this episode to learn more about this topic and its importance...