Oklahoma Divorce Resources

by WomansDivorce.com

If you are getting a legal separation or divorce in Oklahoma, the following resources will help you make the best decisions in your situation. It's important to note that you need to live in the state for at least six months before you can file for a divorce. Once you meet this residency requirement, you can file the petition in the county where either you or your spouse has lived for at least 30 days.

Below you will find options to help you do your own divorce or separation. This is too overwhelming for most people and you might want to retain an attorney to handle your case. For these situations, we offer the ability to locate qualified divorce lawyers as well. You can also look up the relevant divorce laws, use the child support guidelines and calculator to determine child support, and find out more about the educational classes for divorcing parents. You can also find various services to help you with your situation, such as Oklahoma divorce support groups and domestic abuse resources.

DIVORCE LAWYERS AND FIRMS

The Abernathy Law Firm, P.C.
406 South Boulder Ave., Ste 411
Tulsa, OK 74103
Business Phone: 918-382-0455

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PARENTING CLASSES FOR DIVORCING PARENTS

Judges may require separating and divorcing parents of minor children to attend an educational program on the effects of marital separation on children. The most common programs throughout the state are "Co-Parenting Through Divorce" and "Helping Children Cope with Divorce". These are workshops designed to help parents learn to recognize their children's reaction to the situation and discover ways to lessen the impact and co-parent more effectively.

Workshops are help throughout the state and you can find out more information by contacting your local court system. Below are some of the various programs available:

OSU Extension Service - Oklahoma City
Calm Waters Center for Children and Families - OK City
Family & Children's Services - Tulsa, Rogers, Wagoner, Mayes, Pawnee, Washington, Osage, Craig and Nowata counties.

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DIVORCE FORM PREPARATION

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QDRO PREPARATION

QDRO Preparation - This service by QdroDesk is for individuals and lawyers alike, offering the ability to prepare a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) for the division of retirement accounts.

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DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUPS

Rebuilding Divorce Seminars - These are 10-session classes aimed at helping divorced men and women begin to rebuild their lives. Classes discuss the various emotions of divorce and the steps to rebuilding your life.

Calm Waters Center for Children and Families - Offering divorce support groups for children 3-18 to help them cope with their parent's divorce or separation. This group is located in Oklahoma City.

Look up other local divorce groups in your area. There are separation and divorce support groups, groups for children, and organizations that help survivors of domestic abuse.