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June 19, 2025
> Oklahoma Discovery Process
What is the Discovery Process in Oklahoma? Under 2023 Oklahoma Statutes, Title 12. Civil Procedure, §12-3226, the discovery process allows both parties in a divorce to pursue information from the other. Each party has the right to obtain information concerning any matter related to the claim. Under the law, the other party is required to […]
Joseph E. Cordell
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May 27, 2025
> SECURE Act Changes: Estate & Retirement Planning Impact
The SECURE Act went into effect at the beginning of this year and has significantly impacted both retirement planning and estate planning. We urge all of our clients with a trust as part of their estate plan to check in with us to ensure that their trust document does not need to be updated after […]
Ben Zinkel
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May 22, 2025
> SECURE 2.0 Retirement Plan Changes: Key Updates & Benefits
On December 29, 2022, President Biden signed the Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2022 into law. The Act, commonly referred to as SECURE 2.0, makes changes to tax and other laws related to retirement accounts. SECURE 2.0 follows an overhaul of retirement account laws made by its predecessor act, the Setting Every Community Up […]
Ben Zinkel
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May 20, 2025
> Who Claims Child on Taxes with 50/50 Custody
What Are the Common Tax Benefits Available to Divorced Parents? The two main types of tax benefits available to taxpayers are tax deductions and tax credits. A tax deduction reduces your amount of taxable income. Suppose your total income for the tax year is $75,000, and you can claim $10,000 in deductions. Your total taxable […]
Joseph E. Cordell
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May 20, 2025
> How to Access a Deceased Loved One’s Mobile Phone Data
The grieving process after a loved one passes is a difficult time for everyone. Being unable to access photographs, videos, and other sentimental items after the death of a loved one can make closure and the grieving process more difficult. At Cordell & Cordell, we strive to make the period after a loved one passes […]
Ben Zinkel
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May 15, 2025
> What is Spousal Support?
Understanding Spousal Support or Alimony One frequently asked question is, “What is spousal support?” Among other questions are, whether you have to pay it and the reasons. Spousal support, which used to be referred to as alimony, is financial support for your spouse during or after a divorce. Several years ago, most states changed the […]
Joseph E. Cordell
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May 15, 2025
> Estate Planning for Pets: Pet Trusts & Care After Death
You may be a fan of Netflix’s Gunther’s Millions, which features the world’s wealthiest dog, a German Shepherd named Gunther. Gunther purportedly inherited his master’s fortune – approximately $350 million US dollars. Unlike in Germany (where Gunther lives), in the United States, pets are considered personal property themselves and cannot inherit assets as if they […]
Ben Zinkel
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May 13, 2025
> Why is No-Fault Divorce Bad?
What is No-Fault Divorce? No-fault divorce allows you to dissolve your marriage without proving misconduct. Instead of alleging marital misconduct, such as adultery, desertion, or domestic violence, you can simply allege irreconcilable differences. Irreconcilable differences means that you and your spouse do not get along and can no longer live with each other due to […]
Joseph E. Cordell
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May 08, 2025
> How to Get Custody of a Child?
Understanding Child Custody Child custody refers to the legal arrangement and responsibility for the care and upbringing of a child. Custody matters are typically determined during separation or divorce proceedings. It includes legal custody, which involves the right to make important decisions regarding your child’s welfare, such as education and healthcare, and physical custody, which […]
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