When it comes to planning your estate, there are two main documents that you may consider using: a will and a trust. While they both allow you to dictate how your assets will be distributed after your death, there are some key differences between the two that you should understand. In this article, we’ll break down the differences between a will and a trust, specifically in the context of Oklahoma law. What is a will? A will is a legal document that outlines your wishes for how your property and assets should be distributed after you die. It can also name a guardian for any minor children you ..read more

No one gets into a marriage planning to get divorced. But for a multitude of reasons, people choose to divorce. In my law practice, I have helped many people navigate this difficult and emotionally charged time in their lives. I often get similar questions from individuals not sure of the steps of a divorce in Oklahoma or what the role of an attorney in this process really is. In this installment of our “What to Expect” series, we look at the initial steps to an Oklahoma Divorce. Before we get started, in order to file for divorce in Oklahoma you must be a resident of Oklahoma for six (6) mon ..read more

Let’s face it, the world is different right now. The days of live concerts and date nights at the movies have been replaced with zoom meetings and nights indoors. BUT LIFE IS STILL HAPPENING! This includes divorce. This includes child support and custody issues. These issues also look different right now. Namely the timeframe lawyers like me can help facilitate a resolution. Like most things, the courts were shutdown during the summer of 2020. While most businesses open back up and it is business as usual, the court system cannot just overlook months and months of legal matters that need to b ..read more

In this segment of our what to expect series, we will be discussing virtual appointments. I want to start out by explaining the difference between a virtual appointment and an in-person appointment. There is none! Every client receives the same opportunity and guidance regardless if they are sitting in my office or across the computer screen. And I have clients that strongly prefer each. For example, sensitive matters are sometimes more easily expressed in person. However, busy parents and professionals sometimes find it easier to hop on a video call that saves the time and headache of the tra ..read more