Changing My Name When couples in Oklahoma exchange vows, it often marks not just a union but also a potential change in name. While not everyone chooses this path, those considering it should prepare for the administrative steps involved. Updating legal and financial documents becomes necessary for those opting for a post-marriage name change. To change last names after … [Read more...] about The Legal Process for Changing Your Name in Oklahoma After Marriage
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Dustin D. Peterson, Esq.
Dustin D. Peterson, Esq. 
A Key Step in Divorce Proceedings In the realm of Oklahoma City divorce cases, mediation stands out as a pivotal process aimed at facilitating agreements between parties to settle their cases amicably. Unlike courtroom battles, mediation offers a collaborative environment where both sides can negotiate and reach mutually beneficial resolutions with the guidance of a skilled … [Read more...] about The Role of Mediation in Oklahoma City Divorce Cases
Dustin D. Peterson, Esq.
Where is the Child Support? There are several reasons why people miss payments on their child support obligations. Most of the time, this is not done on purpose. But until their children reach the age of majority, which in Oklahoma is 18 years old, both parents are required by law to provide for them. It is typically the non-custodial parent who lags. The other parent, who is … [Read more...] about Oklahoma's Approach to Handling Unpaid Child Support Cases
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Understanding Ordinary Force The topic of corporal punishment, defined as physical discipline, sparks spirited debates and lively discussions among parents and legal authorities. In Oklahoma, the question arises: Can a parent use corporal punishment against their child? The answer is yes, but when you are faced with allegations that can have an impact on your life and your … [Read more...] about Can a Parent Use Corporal Punishment in Oklahoma?
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How to Modify Child Support in Oklahoma: Explained by Wirth Law Office Modifying child support in Oklahoma can be a necessary step when circumstances change, ensuring that the support arrangements align with the current needs and realities of the involved parties. Your child's future will be impacted by receiving the financial support you are entitled to. You need a Wirth … [Read more...] about How Do I Modify Child Support in Oklahoma?
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The 6-Month Waiting Period Remarrying too soon after a divorce can lead to legal consequences, including potential felony charges for bigamy. To avoid such complications, it's crucial to understand the waiting period for remarriage in Oklahoma. In Oklahoma, individuals who have obtained a divorce decree must wait a minimum of six months from the day the decree is filed … [Read more...] about How Long Do I Have to Wait to Remarry in Oklahoma?
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When to Modify Child Support Obligation in Oklahoma Child support obligations are not set in stone. There are circumstances in life that may warrant a modification of the child support order. If you find yourself in a situation where you need to adjust your child support obligation, it's important to understand when and how to do so. When you and your child's financial … [Read more...] about When Should I Modify My Child Support Obligation in Oklahoma?
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The Full Faith and Credit Clause Child support enforcement can become complex when the parties involved reside in different states. In the case of child support orders issued by one state, the question arises: Does Oklahoma have to enforce another state's child support order? In this article, we will explore the legal framework and obligations surrounding the enforcement … [Read more...] about Does Oklahoma Have to Enforce Another State’s Child Support Order?
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Understanding the Timelines for Divorce in Oklahoma Making the decision to seek a divorce is a significant step, and it's natural to wonder about the timeline involved in the process. At Wirth Law Office - Oklahoma City attorneys are on hand to help you explore the factors that determine how fast a divorce in Oklahoma can be finalized. Whether it is a contested or … [Read more...] about How Fast Can I Get Divorced in Oklahoma?
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Exploring the Process of Getting Married in Oklahoma The decision to get married is an exciting and joyous occasion. If you're planning to tie the knot in Oklahoma, it's important to understand the legal requirements and any waiting periods associated with obtaining a marriage license. You need an Oklahoma City family law attorney who can provide an overview of the process … [Read more...] about How Fast Can I Be Married in Oklahoma?
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Expert Witnesses and IRS Method for Valuing Businesses https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bk-TYT97Lcs Video Transcript: Oftentimes in divorce, it's hard enough to assign value to say the marital residence, but what if there is a close corporation or a small business that's operated during the marriage? How in the world are we going to value that for purposes of equitable … [Read more...] about How Can You Value a Small Business or Close Corporation during an Oklahoma Divorce Proceeding?
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Navigating Joint Tenancy and Home Ownership Divorce https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8hO55jL3R8 Video Transcript: Good afternoon everybody. This is Dustin Peterson and I am an OKC attorney. Today we're going to be talking about joint tenancy in home ownership in a marriage and what happens to that home in divorce. This is continuing on our discussion of equitable property … [Read more...] about What Happens to Home Ownership in an Oklahoma Divorce?
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Navigating Joint Tenancy and Trusts in Divorce https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rh2QqtAR6U0 Video Transcript:Good afternoon everybody. This is Oklahoma lawyer Dustin Peterson. We talked a little bit about joint tenancy and home ownership as the advantages it brings to a marriage and the possible consequences of equitably dividing that property or distributing that property … [Read more...] about How Do Joint Tenancy and Trusts Divide in an Oklahoma Divorce?
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Dividing Difficult Marital Assets: A Legal Solution https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fE_v89WYbTQ Video Transcript: In an Oklahoma divorce, the equitable division of marital assets can be a complex and challenging process. This is especially true if the marital assets are difficult to divide, such as in the case where a couple owns a family farm that has been in one spouse's … [Read more...] about What Happens if Marital Assets Are Difficult to Divide in an Oklahoma Divorce?
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Navigating the Complexities of Separate Property Division https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08KlmIvN_aQ Video Transcript: Divorce can be challenging, especially when it comes to dividing assets and determining what belongs to whom. One of the common questions that arise during divorce proceedings is what happens to the income or appreciation of one spouse's separate … [Read more...] about What Happens to the Income or Appreciation of a Spouse's Separate Property in an Oklahoma Divorce?
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Marital or Separate Property? Video Transcribed: Hello everybody, this is Dustin Peterson and I am an OKC attorney. We have been talking about equitable property division in divorce and today's topic will be about workers' compensation settlements. What happens if one spouse receives a lump sum workers' compensation settlement prior to divorce? What happens to that … [Read more...] about How Is a Workers’ Compensation Settlement Divided in a Divorce?
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It’s All about Timing Video Transcribed: Hello everybody, this is Oklahoma lawyer Dustin Peterson. Today we're going to be talking about equitable property division. We'll probably have several segments on this, so we'll just go through some specific questions that I have received and see if we can't solve some puzzles. In this particular case, I'll give you the … [Read more...] about Who Gets the House in an Oklahoma Divorce?
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Don’t Let Your Former Spouse Come Back for More Video Transcribed: Hello everybody, my name is Dustin Peterson and I am the Oklahoma City Attorney. We've been talking about equitable property distribution and most recently we discussed a couple of ways in which pension plan benefits can be dispersed here in Oklahoma. But what if in the divorce, instead of you collecting … [Read more...] about What Is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) in Oklahoma?
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You get engaged but eventually call off the wedding. Do you get the engagement ring back? Are you already married? If your marriage is eventually dissolved, what happens to the the things you owned prior to getting married? Find out how Oklahoma handles some of the common legal issues that arise prior to marriage in Oklahoma City. Marriage in Oklahoma City Marriage is a … [Read more...] about Legal Issues Prior to Marriage in Oklahoma City
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Divorce, or the “dissolution of marriage,” is the usual way Oklahomans end their marriages. The dissolution of a valid marriage entails meeting certain statutory requirements and making certain arrangements pertaining to how marital property is to be divided, as well as how child support, alimony and child custody are to be allocated. For a general understanding of divorce in … [Read more...] about Understanding Divorce in Oklahoma City
