We've done a step-parent adoption with identical circumstances to yours. While certain requirements still need to be met, like completing an OSBI...

How close are to you reaching age 18? You could be emancipated, but would need to show the court that you were substantially "self-sufficient" and...

Can I still sue for spousal support AFTER a divorce has been finalized?

When you say it was "finalized" in January 2014, do you mean the Judge signed the Decree, and it was filed? There are ways to address this, but it...

In Oklahoma, does someone have to adopt child before absent father can relinquish rights?

That is correct, and Obligation to provide support doesn't stop until the adoption is approved.

Can he take my car?

This is why we put the VIN for the vehicle in the Decree, so the file stamped Decree will allow you to have the name removed from the title. Look...

The only way for him to deduct daycare expense on his taxes is to pay his portion directly to the childcare provider. His ex can only deduct the...

My husband been gone, going on four years now. I don't know where he is nor have I heard from him. How can I get a divorce?

I agree with both other responses, if you do everything correctly, the statute requires that you wait 42 days after service via publication before...

I have currently been married for a little over a year we have one child together and I have two other children from a previous

I agree with Mr. Pate, but also suggest you contact attorneys in the county where you live. An important part of giving legal advice depends on...

Injured at work, filed a claim been taken care of sorta. After Doctor releases me. Where do I go from there? Do I need a lawyer

You should hire a lawyer to evaluate your case, in some cases you will also be much better off if you see a doctor who can rate you for a permanent...

Visit with counsel to discuss this in detail, but it seems if you drove into her car, you may have had right of way, but can't run into another car