Family Law cases, including divorce, child custody, and paternity matters for Bartlesville residents, are primarily heard at the Washington County District Court located at 420 S. Johnstone Ave., Bartlesville, OK 74003. Our office regularly handles cases in this court and can guide you through the local procedures.

The process begins by filing a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage at the Washington County District Court Clerk's office. As an initial step, we'll discuss your specific situation and then prepare and file the necessary paperwork to start your case, ensuring compliance with local court rules.

Yes, Oklahoma is one of the states that still recognizes common-law marriage. If you and your partner meet the specific legal requirements for a common-law marriage (mutual agreement, capacity to marry, and holding yourselves out as married), you must obtain a formal Divorce at the Washington County District Court to legally end the relationship.

Whether probate is required depends on the assets and how they are titled. If a probate case is necessary, it will be filed with the Washington County District Court Clerk (420 S. Johnstone Ave.). Our firm provides comprehensive services, from establishing Transfer-on-Death Deeds to avoid probate to navigating the full probate process at the local courthouse.

While the necessary documents vary, a comprehensive plan typically includes a Will (ensuring your property is distributed according to Oklahoma law), a Living Will (healthcare wishes), and Powers of Attorney (medical and financial). We can draft all these documents tailored to your family's needs and the specifics of Oklahoma law.

Yes, we assist Bartlesville and Washington County residents with various aspects of Immigration Law, including Citizenship applications, Adjustment of Status, and Family-Based Petitions. While the federal immigration courts and USCIS offices are not located in Bartlesville, we provide the local representation and legal guidance you need for these complex federal processes.

The Bartlesville Municipal Court handles city ordinance violations, traffic tickets, and minor criminal offenses. It is located at City Hall, 401 S. Johnstone Ave. District Court, where more serious criminal and civil cases are handled, is across the street. We can advise you on whether your matter will be in Municipal or District Court.

In a general civil case filed in the Washington County District Court, you typically have 20 days to file a formal response (Answer) after being served with a Summons. If you fail to respond in time, you risk a default judgment. Contact us immediately so we can act quickly to protect your rights.