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  • What You Need to Know About Spousal Support Modifications

    During a divorce settlement, a judge may award alimony, or spousal support, to the lower-earning spouse. The purpose of alimony is to provide financial stability while the spouse transitions to single life and pursues gainful employment. Before awarding alimony, a judge must review the financial situations of both spouses and determine if alimony is necessary and can be afforded. The alimony is ...
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  • Who Gets the Dog? Oklahoma Divorce & Pet Ownership

    Separating couples need to make many complicated decisions during the divorce process. It’s not uncommon for conflict to arise from the distribution of assets and property . But what happens when a pet is involved? To many, pets are family members and long-time companions. Divorce negotiations can quickly turn ugly when ownership of the family dog is on the line. Unfortunately, the court doesn’t ...
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  • 4 Tips for Co-Parenting During the Summer

    When it comes time to plan out your summer vacation, make sure you consider how your parenting plan might be affected. Whether you share custody, have primary custody, or follow a visitation schedule, you’ll want to arrange any changes for the summer with your ex ahead of time. Co-parenting is no easy feat, especially during summer vacation and the holidays, but if you plan ahead and find a way to ...
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  • Political Differences & Divorce - Understanding the Correlation

    Are political differences a contributing factor in today’s divorce rates? The research says yes. Recent studies done by Wakefield Research and Yale University provide information on the number of marriages that involve people with different political affiliations in the U.S., and the breakup rates of those couples. Here’s what you need to know: Yale University Studies the Percentage of Mixed ...
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  • 5 Questions to Ask Your Divorce Attorney During Your First Meeting

    Seeking a divorce can be a stressful experience. Having the assistance of a knowledgeable attorney can help make the process go smoothly, and you won’t have to handle the complex legal issues on your own. During your initial consultation, there are several questions you should ask to help you better understand your case, as well as help you understand what benefits the divorce lawyer can provide. ...
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  • How Social Media Can Harm Your Custody Case

    Pursuing legal and physical custody of your child can help you maintain a positive relationship after a divorce or separation. However, custody disputes are often stressful and emotionally traumatic. When each parent is fighting for the right to have custody, or is accusing the other side of being unfit to have custody, evidence is important. In recent years, social media posts have become ...
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  • Violation of a Family Law Court Order

    Court orders in family law cases are final and binding. This means that both parties must abide by the stipulations set forth in the court order. Whether the court order pertains to child custody and visitation, spousal support, division of assets and property, or other family law or divorce matters, both parties must perform the necessary functions as regulated in the order. If your ex-spouse ...
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  • Political Differences & Divorce - Understanding the Correlation

    Are political differences a contributing factor in today’s divorce rates? The research says yes. Recent studies done by Wakefield Research and Yale University provide information on the number of marriages that involve people with different political affiliations in the U.S., and the breakup rates of those couples. Here’s what you need to know: Yale University Studies the Percentage of Mixed ...
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  • How Do I Get Through Work During My Divorce?

    As both spouses begin the transitioning into their new, separate lives, divorce can be an uncertain and trying time. Although some people might feel excitement and joy during this transition period, others experience overwhelming feelings of anxiety and loneliness. Sometimes, the intensity of these feelings can affect your ability to perform essential job duties or tasks. According to Gregory ...
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  • What Mistakes Do Dads Commonly Make During Divorce?

    Divorce is a hectic, chaotic, and emotional experience for many fathers. Affection for your former spouse can quickly become hostile. Although you might feel justifiably angry, such a state of mind can lead to reckless actions that can negatively impact your divorce proceedings. This is why it is vital you become aware of the mistakes many fathers make during their divorce. According to The ...
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  • Tips for People Who Are Thinking of Filing for Divorce

    Uncontested Divorces If you are considering filing a divorce and it is an amicable divorce, then sit down with the other party and write out the terms of the divorce. These terms include those relating to property, assets, and debt division, as well as custody, visitation, and child support if there are minor children. Contested Divorces If the divorce is not amicable, then before filing, ensure ...
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  • Back to School Visitation & Custody Modifications

    As the end of summer approaches and your child’s schedule inevitably changes, you may be wondering how the start of the school year will affect your visitation and custody agreement with your ex. Handling summer visitation and custody allows somewhat of a freer schedule, as your child has opportunities to go on vacation, camp, spend time with grandparents, extended family, and more. However, once ...
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  • Attorney Katherine R. Mazaheri-Franze Wins Super Lawyers® Award Two Years in a Row

    We at Mazaheri Law Firm are honored to announce our founding attorney, Katherine R. Mazaheri-Franze, has been selected to the Super Lawyers® award for the second year in a row! This incredible accomplishment highlights Katherine’s sincere dedication to her clients’ success and satisfaction above all else. Our team at Mazaheri Law Firm is incredibly thrilled to witness Katherine’s continued ...
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  • Benefits of Hiring a Divorce Lawyer

    If you are at the start of your divorce, you might be wondering if you need a divorce attorney or if you can effectively represent yourself and save some money. While this sounds like a cost-effective plan in theory, the fact is that once people are actually in the midst of the divorce process, they become overwhelmed by the complexities of family law , especially in cases where children are ...
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  • Military Divorce

    Being married while either you or your spouse is in the military can be incredibly stressful on your relationship. Not only are you facing lengths of time apart, you are constantly on the move to different locations while trying to balance the stresses of what is an undoubtedly difficult job. If you are seeking a divorce and either spouse is in the military, you may be surprised to learn there are ...
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  • Contested Divorce

    Divorce is never easy, as the premise of ending a marriage is presumably based on the fact that two people cannot agree on a number of key elements regarding their lives and relationship. In the most complicated of divorces, in which spouses cannot come to an agreement on one or many issues of their divorce, you will need a strongminded and experienced Oklahoma City divorce lawyer to represent you ...
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  • Getting a Protective Order in Oklahoma

    A protective order in Oklahoma is issued by a civil court, ordering the person who is abusing, harassing, or stalking another individual to stop doing so. Failing to comply with a protective order will result in some potentially serious consequences. These orders can last for any period of time, up to 3 years. Who Can Apply for a Protective Order? Anyone can apply for a protection order even if ...
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  • How to Tell Your Kids About a Divorce

    Ending a marriage is difficult for spouses, but even more so for children involved who lack the ability to cope with the mere idea of their parents separating. How you break the news to them can help soften the blow and make this tough time more bearable. There will likely be many more conversations with them regarding the divorce, but this first discussion will set the foundation for an open and ...
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  • What Is Divorce Mediation?

    Mediation is a commonly used method for divorcing spouses to negotiate a settlement. During this process, both spouses meet with a neutral third party called a mediator, who will try to help facilitate an agreement on certain issues. During this meeting, both spouses may also bring their respective lawyers for legal counsel. The mediator will not make decisions for either party, but rather help ...
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  • Top 3 Divorce Mistakes You'll Want to Avoid

    If you and your spouse have made the difficult decision to end the marriage, knowing what pitfalls have hindered others could help you avoid similar problems during your dissolution. An attorney can ensure that all logistical aspects of your case are handled appropriately. However, there are personal aspects of a divorce that can only be controlled by you and your soon-to-be ex. As you work ...
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  • Why Divorces Increase in January

    January has been unofficially dubbed “Divorce Month” due to the notable increase in marriage dissolutions that happen, or at least begin, at this time. For many couples, the divorce may not be executed until several months down the line; however, the notion to end the marriage at least starts around January. Why the Increase? According to respected psychologists in the field, some of the most ...
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  • 412 Million FriendFinder Accounts Leaked Due to Recent Hacker Attack

    You may recall that last year, around 40 million user accounts registered at Ashley Madison , an online website promoting a “safe place” to commit adultery, were exposed to the public due to a hack and data leak. The direct result was countless divorces across the world being filed once spouses dabbling in infidelity were outed and put on the “cheater” list. Now, another hacker attack seems to ...
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  • Top 4 Mistakes During Child Custody Battles

    Child custody is often one of the most contentious issues during a divorce and can create a massive divide between parents. While some couples are able to come to a mutually acceptable arrangement on their own, couples who cannot see eye to eye have no other choice than to go to family court and seek a child custody order from a judge. When this happens, parents are essentially placing their ...
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  • Should You Wait Until the Holiday Season is Over to Divorce?

    If you don’t pay close attention to the calendar, it will be Thanksgiving before you know it now that the autumn has officially begun. For many people unhappy in their marriage, this time of year represents an uncomfortable family law limbo. Should they file for divorce as soon as they can? Or should they wait until the holiday season closes to avoid awkward conflicts? Many might think it is best ...
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  • Social Media and Divorce

    Over the past decade, social media websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have exploded in popularity. These web and mobile applications have changed how we share pictures to who we keep in contact with. What many people may not know is that social media is beginning to play a growing role in divorce cases across the nation. In fact, a google search for “Facebook divorce” will call up ...
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