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Oklahoma County Courthouse Update
- posted: Dec. 07, 2020
- Oklahoma Law,  Oklahoma County Bar Association,  Uncategorized,  COVID-19
On December 3, 2020, the Presiding Judge of the District Court of Oklahoma County, issued the following Administrative Order in response to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak: "Due to the upcoming holiday Read More
A Special Message from The Crosthwait Law Firm
- posted: Apr. 21, 2020
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Avoiding Probate,  Estate Planning,  Oklahoma Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Divorce,  Family Law,  Uncategorized,  Probate,  Wills and Trusts,  Firm News,  COVID-19
To our valued clients, partners, and friends: We at The Crosthwait Law Firm are aware of and understand the significant challenges faced by all of us from the spread of the Read More
What to do After the Death of a Loved One
- posted: Feb. 12, 2020
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Estate Planning,  Oklahoma Law,  Real Property,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Family Law,  Probate,  Wills and Trusts
Losing a loved one can be a difficult experience. Despite the emotional trauma involved, you may also be responsible for handling a variety of financial, legal, and administrative tasks. You Read More
2020 Interest Rate on Judgments Has Decreased
- posted: Jan. 09, 2020
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  Uncategorized,  Debt Collection
The Oklahoma Administrative Office of the Courts has issued its annual notice of the interests rates applicable to judgments obtained in Oklahoma from January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2020. Read More
Aaron M. Arnall Chosen as Vice-President of Sharing Tree Board of Directors
- posted: Jan. 09, 2020
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Avoiding Probate,  Estate Planning,  Featured,  Oklahoma Law,  Real Property,  Federal Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Child Custody,  Child Support,  Divorce,  Family Law,  Guardianship,  Oklahoma Lawyers for Children,  Oklahoma Bar Association,  Oklahoma County Bar Association,  American Bar Association,  Uncategorized,  Probate,  Wills and Trusts,  Debt Collection,  Firm News,  Community Involvement
After one year as a member of the Board of Directors, attorney Aaron M. Arnall has been chosen as the Vice-President of the Board of Directors of Sharing Tree, a Read More
Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement?
- posted: Jul. 17, 2019
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  Real Property,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Divorce,  Family Law
Prenuptial agreements, also known as premarital agreements or even "prenups", are agreements between prospective spouses made in contemplation of their marriage. A prenuptial agreement helps a married couple establish what Read More
M. Joe Crosthwait, Jr. Receives Joe Stamper Distinguished Service Award
- posted: Nov. 13, 2018
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Avoiding Probate,  Estate Planning,  Featured,  Oklahoma Law,  Real Property,  Federal Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Child Custody,  Child Support,  Divorce,  Family Law,  Guardianship,  Oklahoma Lawyers for Children,  Oklahoma Bar Association,  Oklahoma County Bar Association,  American Bar Association,  Uncategorized,  Probate,  Wills and Trusts,  Debt Collection,  Firm News
At the 2018 Oklahoma Bar Association annual meeting, M. Joe Crosthwait, Jr., was presented with the Joe Stamper Distinguished Service Award. This award recognizes Joe for his long-term service to Read More
The OkPOLST Form - What Is It?
- posted: May 18, 2018
- Estate Planning,  Oklahoma Law,  Uncategorized
The Oklahoma Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment - or OkPOLST - form is designed for patients who are seriously ill with life-limiting conditions and irreversible illnesses, including those who are Read More
Planning For Your Children
- posted: Apr. 13, 2018
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Avoiding Probate,  Estate Planning,  Oklahoma Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Family Law,  Guardianship,  Probate,  Wills and Trusts
If you are a parent of a young child or children, having an estate plan in place is more important than ever. No one knows your child better than you Read More
2017 Interest On Judgments Has Increased
- posted: Jan. 18, 2017
- Oklahoma Law
The Oklahoma Administrative Office of the Courts has issued its annual notice of the interests rates applicable to judgments obtained in Oklahoma from January 1, 2017, through January 31, 2017. Read More
Divorces Involving Minor Children After November 1, 2014
- posted: Nov. 07, 2014
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  Child Custody,  Divorce,  Family Law
Beginning November 1, 2014, 43 O.S. 107.2, was amended to include a requirement that any "actions for divorce based upon incompatibility filed on or after November 1, 2014, where the Read More
I've Been Appointed Guardian, Now What?
- posted: Feb. 17, 2014
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  Family Law,  Guardianship
If you've been appointed guardian over a relative or other loved one, or you think that it may happen soon, please be aware that being appointed as a guardian brings Read More
Questions About Oklahoma Covenant Marriage Bill
- posted: Feb. 11, 2013
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  Divorce,  Family Law
THE FOLLOWING IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED TO REFLECT THE OPINIONS OF THE CROSTHWAIT LAW FIRM, ITS ATTORNEYS, OR ITS STAFF, REGARDING Â THE PROPOSED LEGISLATION. The Read More
For Love or Money: When Is Influence Due and Undue?
- posted: Jan. 25, 2013
- Estate Planning,  Oklahoma Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.
Lawsuits challenging the validity of wills and trusts based on undue influence have become increasingly more common. In many, if not most cases, the persons alleged to be exerting Read More
Where Can I Go to Calculate Child Support in Oklahoma?
- posted: Apr. 09, 2012
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Child Support,  Family Law
Generally speaking, child support in Oklahoma is calculated based upon the gross income of the parents of the children. There are many sources of income that can be included in Read More
What Does It Take to Be a Guardian in Oklahoma?
- posted: Apr. 05, 2012
- Aaron M. Arnall,  Oklahoma Law,  M. Joe Crosthwait,Jr.,  Guardianship
The Oklahoma Administrative Office of the Courts has provided the following excellent resource, free of charge: A Handbook for Guardians (click link to download). This handbook provides general information about the laws Read More