When a loved one becomes unable to care for themselves or manage their finances due to age, illness, or disability, Oklahoma law provides two primary legal tools to step in and assist: guardianship and conservatorship. Although these terms are sometimes confused, they serve different purposes and are not interchangeable. Knowing the differences can help you choose the option that best…
In Oklahoma, Fostering and Guardianship are both designed to help children in need. When a child’s biological parents are unable to care for them, Oklahoma law provides several options for placing the child in a safe and stable environment. Two common arrangements are foster care and guardianship. While both involve caring for a minor, they are very different in purpose,…
Trying to get guardianship with a felony record can be difficult, but is not impossible. Courts assess the qualifications and fitness of the potential guardian to ensure the best interests of the individual needing guardianship. One factor that courts consider is the criminal record of the person seeking guardianship, and having a felony record does not immediately disqualify you. Understanding…
When you’re facing a separation or divorce in Oklahoma, one of your primary concerns is likely who will get custody of your children. Understanding the legal options and eligibility for requesting custody is crucial. This post will guide you through who can ask for child custody in Oklahoma. Eligibility for Requesting Child Custody In Oklahoma, the right to request child…
The responsibility of caring for a loved one in need is both an honor and a challenge. In the state of Oklahoma, two primary legal avenues can be utilized to assist those who cannot independently manage their personal and/or financial matters due to illness, disability, or age: Power of Attorney (POA) and Guardianship. Below, we will delve deep into both…
In Oklahoma you can name a minor as a beneficiary of your will or insurance policy. In estate planning, people may want to give money or valuable property to a minor child, whether their own child or a grandchild or a special niece or nephew. They leave this money either in a will or as the beneficiary of an insurance…
Ending a guardianship over a child in Oklahoma requires the parent to meet certain standards. The standards are determined by the family law court over seeing the guardianship case. In Oklahoma, a court can place your children under the care and authority of someone else in legal guardianship. Yet, guardianship does not permanently end your parental rights. In some cases,…
In an Oklahoma contested child custody case a Guardian Ad Litem Is often ordered by the family court. Whether you and your child’s other parent are separating, divorcing, or your unwedded romantic relationship is ending, you may need to consider formalizing a child custody arrangement. Some co-parents agree on most issues about their children, while others might spend years in…
Oklahoma has certain guardianship requirements for those seeking a guardianship of another person. There are some unfortunate situations in life that might result in a person becoming unable to make their own decisions. Legally, this is known as being incapacitated. When someone becomes incapacitated and cannot handle their affairs, they can have a guardian appointed to them who will step…
If you have been appointed as a guardian or a guardian was appointed over your children there are certain obligations that go with it. The obligations may also extend to adult guardianships. That title carries with it certain responsibilities and requirements that continue throughout its duration. While guardianship can continue indefinitely, in most cases, it terminates or ends (e.g. no…
Adult guardianships in Tulsa require the signature of an Oklahoma Family Court Judge before its granted. An individual who is at least 18 years of age, and is impaired due to physical or mental illness or disability, drug dependence, or other such reasons – which results in them not being able to care for their physical or financial safety, is…