Financial Cost of Divorce - A Breakdown We get dozens of calls a day from potential clients seeking a “number” when it comes to the cost of divorce. The problem is that no two divorces are the same, which means the range in costs between one divorce to the next can be quite drastic. Addi...
This may come as a surprise, but it's relatively easy to have your license suspended in Oklahoma. The Department of Public Safety has the right to suspend or revoke your license for numerous reasons in order to keep irresponsible drivers off the road. A license suspension is temp...
We know you've "paid the price" but you likely will be "paying the price" over and over - unless you enlist the help of a skilled attorney. It's true that people found guilty of a crime are often punished twice-- by the courts and again by society. It's no surprise that many people ...
Why divorce is costly… If you're considering a divorce, chances are you're not exactly looking to spend thousands of dollars. In fact, many people assume the divorce process is easier than it actually is - sign a few papers, file the documents, and be done. Unfort...
Whether your divorce was exactly what you wanted or the opposite, the holidays are often a moment of reflection, and with it, when grief arrives in full force. It may even come on unexpectedly. Many times in our lives, we feel “fine” until the holidays - and then suddenly, things a...
For many years, January has been considered the “divorce month.” In reality, many divorce filings actually happen in the following months, peaking in March - but it's true that those initial conversations and feelings often present themselves in January, post-holiday hoopla. It's...
We get this question a lot. Many people are wanting to know whether or not they can “solve” their criminal or family matters without an attorney. While legally, yes, you may forego representation in any legal matter, our question always comes down to this: “Would you attempt to...
Divorce can be difficult enough as it is - when it comes to the kids, you now have to make decisions you may never expected to be making. What many people don't know is that as parents - meaning, your children were born to you within the marriage, or the father signed the birth certificate at bi...
Does divorce always have to be difficult? Maybe not. Divorce is rarely easy and never fun. However, we also believe that with the right representation and a basic understanding of divorce in Oklahoma, the process can be much smoother. The rumor mill surrounding divorce tends...
Good news: Worden & Carbitcher offers services across Oklahoma, including federal and tribal courts. The majority of the cases our office handles are in municipal (city) and county (state) courts. What does that mean? There are three federal courts in Oklahoma: Eastern D...
What is document drafting, and do you need an attorney? Document drafting is necessary when there are legal documents required when filing with a court. This could be in divorce, custody, planning your estate, or really, any kind of legal contract. Every filing with the court has its ow...
This is a big question and ultimately a personal one. Several key factors matter when considering an attorney for your legal needs. What we've found is this: it needs to be the right fit for all involved. Experience with your case type Having experience with your case type can be incredi...
Here's the truth: especially in Oklahoma, we strongly encourage you to never drink and drive. Not even one drink. Not only does Oklahoma have some of the strictest DUI/DWI laws in the country, but your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is also less dependent on “how many drinks you have” and has ...
We get asked this often, and we understand. At Worden & Carbitcher, it's important to us that our hourly clients understand how their money is spent. Even though we have a contract with our clients (a “fee agreement”) stating our billing practices, we know it's easy to miss, especially when in a ...
Your attorney is your advocate, not your adversary or employee. Treat them as such. They are required by law to look out for your best interest. See your attorney as your teammate, not your employee. Your employee can quit for poor treatment and so can your attorney. Just because you pay for...
1: Hire A Reputable Defense Attorney (That's us!) Andrea Worden and Darlene Carbitcher of Worden and Carbitcher were named two of the top Criminal Defense attorneys in Oklahoma by 405 Magazine. Charisma and fast-talk may seem like all the rage, but nothing trumps experience and having ...
If there are any allegations of substance abuse or use. Treatment programs: Oklahoma has numerous drug and alcohol rehab centers across the state, both inpatient and outpatient. Showing the judge that you're serious about getting and staying clean is key. Attend NA/AA and keep record....
Expungements are a legal way of erasing your criminal history and records. Eligibility for an expungement is strict but not impossible. There are also fees that certainly act as a deterrent for a handful of people. There are quite a few benefits as well. Expungement is de...
A legal battle is won by proof. Unfortunately, many divorces turn into legal battles, and proof becomes a necessity. Your attorney's quick and easy word for proof is “document it.” But document what? And where? And why? Documentation during divorce means putting whatever thought, picture, scr...
Free apps to use when you need to document anything during your divorce.
Do you live in Norman? If so, here is a quick and simple review of the Shelter-in-Place proclamation announced by Mayor Breea Clark in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
The legal system puts an incredible burden on behavior at the beginning of one of the hardest things you'll go through in your life. Your children, finances, and property are at risk. But you're still expected to make rational decisions. The first few months of divorce proceedings are imperative ...
Ever been pulled over for a traffic stop? If you haven't been, you're lucky; if you have been, you may have been wondering, "Can they do that?" or "Do I have to do what they say?" Regardless of whether you have or have not been pulled over in the past, there's a good chance you will be at some po...
After a divorce petition is filed, one of the first points of contention is custody/visitation of the children, and understandably so. While each case is unique and many exceptions apply, here is an overview of the general rules. The court won't make a decision on custody and visitation until 1)...
Each Oklahoma college and university has its own Code of Student Conduct. If you currently attend an Oklahoma university, you have likely agreed to and are bound by the terms of this Code and may face penalties for violating it. Though you agree to the code as a condition of attending your colleg...
