Divorce is a complicated and sensitive
subject regardless of your home state. Lawmakers in Oklahoma
created two relatively simple distinctions to help people through
these difficult times to take the appropriate action in order
to remedy their relationship difficulties. Our attorneys understand
that objective, experienced, and sensitive counsel can relieve
much of the worry and frustration of a divorce, and Atkins & Markoff
can help to pacify your fears and answer your questions.
The first option for people seeking legal divorce in Oklahoma
is the limited divorce. Similar to a trial separation in other
states, limited divorce removes the right for the parties to
cohabitate but does not otherwise affect legal status. The
husband and wife are still married in the eyes of the law,
and the momentary respite from each other can sometimes even
lead to reconciliation.
If the two parties are set on divorce and cannot reconcile,
they can pursue the second option, which is called an absolute
divorce. This condition arises from marital misconduct or statutory
cause that interferes with a healthy relationship. This action
legally dissolves a marriage past the point of recovery and
terminates the relationship. The only stipulation is that the
participants must remain residents of Oklahoma for six months
for the divorce to take effect.
Oklahoma was the first state to enact the “no-fault” divorce.
A no-fault divorce is a way for two people to end a marriage
without the potentially embarrassing public declaration of
why a relationship failed. People could only get divorces if
one party committed one of several offenses, but the new law
eliminated this aspect of the legal proceedings. This small
bit of privacy alleviated some of the anxiety for people seeking
divorces.
Having the right lawyer during a time of emotional, financial,
and legal stress like a divorce can make the all the difference.
Our lawyers here at Atkins & Markoff understand the delicacy
of your situation, and handle every case with individualized
dedication, compassion, and sensitivity. We have years of experience
in helping people successfully and peacefully transcend the
trials and challenges of a divorce. You will never be alone
with Atkins & Markoff.
Let us make your difficult times a bit easier. Contact an Oklahoma Divorce Lawyer today. |
