Benefits of Attorney Representation in Divorce
Divorce can be a mysterious and complex process to someone unfamiliar with family courts. It is very important that you hire a divorce attorney. Many proceedings take place inside and outside of the courtroom. Typical newlyweds may be oblivious to the importance of understanding divorce or controlling one’s own emotions during court proceedings. A concerned divorce lawyer can not only prepare your case for court, but also to prepare you for the legal procedures in a divorce. You can find great divorce attorneys at Wirth Law Office – Pryor.
Call (918) 932-2862 to set up a free consultation, courtesy of Wirth Law Office. Divorce can be difficult but it’s a normal process that many couples go through. By hiring an attorney you get the best position to assure the divorce comes to a satisfactory conclusion.
Marital Property in an Oklahoma Divorce
Marriage is different for every couple. Some people live their entire lives and never consider divorce as an option. Other couples may file for multiple divorces and separations. Regardless of the circumstances, an attorney can help you decide what to do.
If you think divorce is your best option, you should call an attorney to discuss how Oklahoma courts handle divorce proceedings such as the division of marital property in Oklahoma. It’s a common misconception that courts divide property 50/50 between divorcing spouses. In fact, Oklahoma law requires courts to equitably distribute property between the spouses.
With equitable distribution, each spouse’s personal property is considered separately from marital property. Personal property includes property acquired before the marriage, and any assets gifted to one spouse in particular that were not commingled with marital assets. Spouses keep their personal property. Courts equitably divide marital property in consideration of several factors including:
- The value of property
- The duration of the marriage
- How assets are used
- Custody and support arrangements for any children of the marriage
- Earnings and earnings capacity of each spouse
- Future support requirements of either spouse
Given the broad and subjective factors courts may consider in equitably distributing marital property., your best opportunity to protect your interests usually involves the services of an divorce attorney. Your legal counsel can advise you the likely implications of determining separate property from marital property, and will know how to best represent your interests to the court.
Child Support and Alimony After Divorce
One thing that makes people hesitate when filing for divorce is the prospect of child support. Paying your former spouse to take your children tends to leave a sour taste in a divorcee’s mouth. Likewise, the prospect of depending on monthly checks from a spouse to make ends meet when children previously enjoyed everyday support from both parent can discourage some from pursuing divorce
Oklahoma law defines how much child support courts must order parents to pay. The law is not as definitive with regards to spousal support. When a spouse files a petition for a dissolution of a divorce, they may also motion for spousal maintenance.But the court determines how much, if any, a divorcing spouse must pay. Factors that influence alimony include each spouse’s income and the length of the marriage.Oklahoma law considers alimony a temporary means to give the supported ex-spouse time and means to rebuild a stable financial life outside the marriage. Alimony orders usually expire a few years after a divorce.
If you have questions about your potential alimony, call Wirth Law Office for answers.
Free Consultations with Pryor Family Law Attorney
Divorce may not be the first option for married couples, however, it certainly may be the last. If you or your spouse are considering a divorce or legal separation, do not hesitate to call a Pryor divorce attorney. An attorney’s counsel and communication skills are very useful throughout divorce proceedings.
Call (918) 932-2862 to set up your free consultation with Wirth Law Office – Pryor. You should also fill out a free consultation form found near the top of this page.