Question 1

How do we get to your office?

Accepted Answer

We are located at 101 Park Avenue, Suite 810 Oklahoma City, OK 73102. Street parking is available.

Question 2

Do you charge for a consultation?

Accepted Answer

At this consultation we will discuss retainer fees.

Question 3

What is a retainer?

Accepted Answer

A retainer is the required amount to engage our services. Our hourly rate as well as fees associated with the case are billed against this initial retainer. Additional retainer or fees required will be discussed with client as needed. If the case is completed without exhausting the initial retainer, a refund will be given. Retainers are determined on a case-by-case basis.

Question 4

What documents do I need to get together?

Accepted Answer

Anything you want our attorneys to review or consider, you should bring with you to the initial consultation. In any family law case, “you will more than likely be asked at some point for” paycheck stubs, tax returns, credit card and bank statements (individual and joint), property deeds, and a list of any additional property you want to make sure comes with you.

Question 5

Can you help me if I am in prison?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Lance Phillips practices within state and federal courts in Oklahoma.

Question 6

What is the difference between Custody and Visitation?

Accepted Answer

“Custody” and “Visitation” are sometimes used in the same context but have different meanings. Custody is decision making and visitation is time. Custody is much broader term and refers to the legal or physical custody of the child. On the other hand, visitation is a more specific term that refers to the time the noncustodial parent spends with the child.

Question 7

What is a Guardian ad Litem?

Accepted Answer

A Guardian ad Litem in a family law case is a third-party attorney, who looks out for the best interest of the minor children. A Guardian ad Litem in an adult guardianship case looks out for the best interest of the Ward. The Guardian ad Litem ensures that either the children or the adult ward’s voice is heard and stated to the Court.

Question 8

The Judge said I have to attend mediation before I go to trial. What does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Mediation is an alternative to litigation. Mediation allows the parties more control over the outcome of their case and ensures that they have some input in that outcome if the matter is settled at Mediation. Litigation and the costs associated with same may be avoided.

Question 9

I am required to take a parenting class as part of my divorce settlement. Where do I go to do this, and can I take my class online?

Accepted Answer

In divorce cases involving minor children, parties are required to take a 4 hour approved parenting class before finalization. Many judges do not approve of taking a parenting class online, so it is important to ask beforehand. Our attorneys can provide a list of available locations for your parenting class upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do we get to your office?

Do you charge for a consultation?

What is a retainer?

What documents do I need to get together?

Can you help me if I am in prison?

What is the difference between Custody and Visitation?

What is a Guardian ad Litem?

The Judge said I have to attend mediation before I go to trial. What does that mean?

I am required to take a parenting class as part of my divorce settlement. Where do I go to do this, and can I take my class online?

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