Criminal Defense, Immigration and Family Law Attorneys in Oklahoma City

Yes, you may be able to help an undocumented family member secure legal residency in the United States, but only if a few critical conditions are met. Lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders, for example) and U.S. citizens can petition for specific relatives to legally enter the U.S. on one of several types of visas. The process can get complicated, though, if your family member is already here illegally. In many cases, your loved one must return to your home country and then begin the immigration process. However, the laws have changed; your family member may be eligible for a “self-deportation” and be eligible to begin the visa application process immediately. The laws are subject to change, though, so it’s important to work with an experienced immigration lawyer to ensure you’re completing each step properly.

Yes, if you have been arrested or are simply being questioned about a crime, having a lawyer represent you ensures that your rights are protected. The legal system is complex, and police and prosecutors aren’t here to protect you. Your Oklahoma City criminal defense lawyer is. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys understand your rights and protect you from unlawful or unfair treatment. Innocent people may still be charged with a crime and can even be convicted of something they didn’t do. Your lawyer protects police questioning and throughout the process.

Your spouse can refuse to file a response to your petition for divorce, but that won’t stop it. If your spouse refuses to file their response, the divorce will still proceed. Oklahoma law accounts for these situations; you’ll have an uncontested divorce in this case. Refusing to sign the papers means that your spouse forfeits their opportunity to present their demands for the divorce. In an uncontested divorce, your proposed divorce settlement is the only one that the judge sees. However, it’s still important to have your own OKC divorce lawyer. Our firm has successfully handled uncontested divorces, helping our clients secure the best possible settlements.

If you pass away without a will, you are considered to have passed away intestate, and your assets will be distributed according to state inheritance laws rather than according to your wishes. Your estate will still go through probate; the county probate judge will appoint an estate administrator, and that individual will manage the estate and give shares to your heirs per state laws. This may not be how you’d prefer your estate to be distributed. Only with a will can you have control over who gets what. Our attorneys guide you through the estate planning process to ensure that your loved ones enjoy financial security after you pass.

You have the right to be protected from unlawful search and seizure under the 4th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. This means that, in most cases, a police officer needs a valid warrant to search your person, vehicle, and home (or your explicit consent). You have the right to refuse a warrantless search unless the officer presents probable cause in select situations (such as at a traffic stop). You also have the right to remain silent if the officer begins asking you questions and the right to request an attorney be present during questioning and the search.