The divorce rate has remained steady for a while. However, there are some cities in the country where it has increased, even as the reasons for divorce are largely the same as those of Oklahoma couples who seek to dissolve their marriage. Rate increases can be seen...
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Collecting social security benefits after a divorce
A divorce in Oklahoma can change your financial, as well as emotional, perspective. You may have devoted a large part of your life to a marriage. After your divorce, you may still be entitled to a portion of your spouse's Social Security benefits. The amount you can...
Taxes and your divorce settlement
Going through a divorce in Oklahoma or any other state can be expensive. Planning ahead and knowing what to expect are keys to minimizing the financial impact of divorce. Here are a few tips to help you avoid paying taxes on a divorce settlement. Alimony...
Financial tips for preparing for divorce
Oklahoma is an equitable distribution state, which means divorce courts try to distribute marital assets fairly. Therefore, do not engage in any behaviors before a divorce that significantly deplete financial accounts for your sole benefit. This activity may adversely...
Finding happiness following a divorce
The process of ending your marriage is one of the most mentally and emotionally taxing things that many Oklahoma residents ever face. While the process of grieving the end of a marriage is difficult, there is life after divorce. Embracing emotions Many people...
Fostering a positive relationship with your former partner
Divorce or separation can be a challenging experience for everyone involved, especially for children. One of the ways parents can mitigate the impact of divorce on their children is by fostering a positive co-parenting relationship with their former partner. While...
How are kids affected by their parents’ divorce?
Divorce can take its toll on the entire family; it’s especially difficult for kids of all ages. When a child learns that their parents are ending their marriage, they often react negatively. Each child is different, but the following behaviors and feelings are common:...
What to know about Oklahoma divorce mediation
An Oklahoma divorce doesn’t always have to look like a lengthy trial with lots of arguing between the spouses. Sometimes, the couple amicably splits up or doesn’t want to deal with the court any more than they have to. In these cases, the couple may attend divorce...
How to approach social media when going through a divorce
Social media can influence public opinion and potentially start rumors. Especially in a scenario wherein you want to file for divorce because of something inappropriate your spouse has done, the idea of declaring their misconduct on social media for everyone to see...
Dissipation of assets during Oklahoma divorce
It's common for Oklahoma divorce courts to temporarily impose a restraining order on spousal finances or assets during the divorce process. They do this to prevent dissipating, selling, transferring or wasting marital property, especially when partners are unsure how...