Ending a marriage is not easy for anyone. Even amicable divorces can mean dividing property, arranging child custody, and navigating accusations of blame and guilt. It is in your best interest to have skilled legal representation when contemplating divorce.
To meet the Tulsa divorce requirements, you must complete a substantial amount of paperwork and provide it to the court and the other person, even if you think they should have it already. You must also appear at all the court-ordered hearings and answer any questions a judge has for you. To ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible, you need help from the experienced divorce attorneys at LaCourse Law.
The most important part of a divorce in Tulsa is the residency requirement. One spouse must have resided in the state for at least six months, and in the county where you are filing the divorce for at least 30 days. If you just moved to the city, you must either wait or file for a divorce in the other spouse’s county.
Divorce can be fault-based or no-fault. A no-fault divorce is generally easier to obtain as the parties do not need to prove any grounds for dissolution. In a no-fault divorce, the couple requests a divorce due to incompatibility or irreconcilable differences, meaning they can no longer live together.
In a fault-based divorce in Tulsa, one spouse must demonstrate that the marriage should be terminated because the other spouse has committed an illegal or wrongful act. Grounds for a fault-based divorce include:
Proving fault in a dissolution can impact property division and spousal support rulings in a contested divorce. It may have less impact on child support and custody, since the court must consider the child’s best interests, parental income, and any allegations of fault.
No two divorce cases are alike. Some fault-based divorces are resolved quickly if one spouse admits to the wrongful acts and agrees to the terms of the divorce. However, previously uncontested divorces in Tulsa sometimes spiral out of control over property division matters or child custody issues that the spouses had not previously considered.
For these reasons, it is always best if spouses have individual representation when beginning a divorce. Although one attorney can represent both spouses in an uncontested divorce, we always recommend that each spouse have independent counsel. This removes any conflict of interest if the parties disagree on other matters.
If you are considering a divorce, you should get legal advice as soon as possible. Even if your spouse agrees with your plans, you should have the help of an experienced attorney to guide you through the Tulsa divorce requirements and legal process. At LaCourse Law, our dedicated team could help you complete the necessary paperwork and ensure the documents are filed and served properly. If your case requires multiple court hearings, an attorney could represent you before the judge and protect your rights to help you achieve the best possible outcome. Call LaCourse Law today for a case evaluation.
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