- DivorceAt our divorce and family law practice, we understand that these types of issues and situations are both upsetting and confusing. We seek to provide you with the information that you need in order to understand your situation thoroughly as well as the laws that impact you. Each family law attorney at our office will explain all of your rights to you in regards to your situation, whether you are going through a divorce, seeking to gain custody of your child, fighting for paternity rights, or trying to get your child back from the Department of Human Services. The aggressive and dedicated lawyers at our family law firm fight for your rights in the courtroom. Call the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin today at 405-605-7771 to schedule a free consultation with one of our family law attorneys.
- Child SupportIf you are the father of a child born out of wedlock, don’t be told when you are allowed to see your child, call today for your free consultation and let us explain your rights. You have rights that need to be established and all of your questions about custody, visitation and child support will be addressed.
- Child Custody and VisitationDepending on your unique situation, child custody laws in Oklahoma allow for a few different results in cases of child custody. Every case is different because we want to ensure that each individual child’s needs are met. One type of custodial arrangement is that one parent has full custody of the child and the other parent has varying degrees of visitation. The other, which is more common, is that there is joint custody of the child. In this situation, both parents are considered legal guardians, although there is usually one that is a primary custodian. In this case, both parents share in all the major decisions that must be made for the child. There are varying visitation structures with joint custody, but both parents have visitation rights. At the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin, P.C., we care about providing for the best interests of your child in any situation in which you find yourself.
- PaternitySimilar to divorce cases, in cases where legal paternity is being determined by a court, the goal of both the family and attorneys involved is to ascertain what is best for the child. To ensure that your child gets what he or she deserves, you need an attorney who is experienced establishing paternity for both fathers and mothers. The Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin are dedicated to both paternal and maternal rights in order to help provide children with the family and support that they need as they grow up. This law firm will help you establish and maintain your relationship with your child whether you are the father or the mother. Call 405-605-7771 to schedule your free consultation so that we can begin discussing your specific case with you.
- GuardianshipEvery child custody attorney that is employed at the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin, P.C. has extensive experience working with cases related to child custody issues, including divorce, guardianship, paternity, child support, and DHS cases. For whatever you need, you can rely on our office to provide you with experienced advice and guidance. We know that there is nothing more important than to protect the interests of your child. We help take the stress of this situation off of your shoulders so that you can focus on providing for your child’s needs. It does not matter whether you are a mother, a father, or even another relative, we want to support you through this situation so that you can ensure that the child that you care about is being taken care of in the best way possible. Our office is determined to protect the rights of your child as well as your custodial rights.
- Spousal Support– This is always a concern. It is simply untrue that just because you were married for a specific length of time that your significant other will receive alimony. Alimony can be for men or women. Alimony is really support for a person in a relationship that existed for a lengthy period of time. The court asks the questions, “What did that person forego (give up)?” and “Was one person able to continue their education and their professional endeavors, while the other stayed home relinquished those endeavors to raise children?” Under certain circumstances there may be an entitlement to some sort of support to “level the playing field”.
- AnnulmentThere are many misconceptions about Oklahoma divorce laws. Here at the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin, we want to ensure that if you are considering a divorce or annulment in the state of Oklahoma, that you have all of the facts. There is a lot of stress and anxiety that comes with a divorce, but with our help the process can be a little easier on you and your family. If you are interested in receiving our help with your divorce, call 405-605-7771 to schedule an appointment for a free consultation today.
- Child AbuseThe most serious charges that a person can face are felonies including: murder, rape, arson, sexual crimes, child abuse, robbery, burglary, drug possession, and trafficking to name a few. If you find yourself facing one of these charges, you NEED to talk to ME!
- Criminal DefenseI am Lawrence Goodwin, and I am a criminal defense and family law attorney in Oklahoma City. I was born and raised in this city, and enjoy working in it as well. I graduated from the Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor of Arts in political science in 1998. After undergraduate school, I attended OCU’s School of Law and graduated cum laude in 2003. I have memberships with the Oklahoma Bar, the Oklahoma County Bar, as well as the Phi Alpha Delta international law fraternity.
- DUI/DWIAparte de mi experiencia con la ley familiar, también he representado muchos clientes en casos criminales. Tal vez usted está enfrentando cargos de conducir bajo la influencia (DUI), posesión de drogas, abuso doméstico, o de robar. En cualquier de estas situaciones, le puedo ayudar con su defensa criminal. Usted puede llamar 405-605-7771 para una consulta gratuita. En su consulta, le voy a ayudar entender los cargos y las consecuencias posibles que pueden resultar. En estas situaciones, es clave que usted entiende la ley, los cargos criminales contra usted, y también la defensa que se puede hacer en su caso. Entender el proceso le da lo que usted necesita para defender sus derechos. Estamos aquí para usted. Llámenos hoy.
- Traffic ViolationsNobody likes to get a traffic ticket! However, moving violations can have a real impact on your ability to drive or your insurance coverage.
- Sex CrimesAt the Law offices of Lawrence Goodwin, P.C., I understand that occasionally good people make bad decisions. I also understand that even more tragically, people get accused of crimes that they did not commit. In either case, if you or a loved one find yourself facing criminal charges, you must have an experienced and aggressive trial lawyer who will fight for your rights! From the slightest traffic ticket, misdemeanor charges like DUI (drunk driving), possession of marijuana, domestic abuse, or passing bogus checks; to the most severe felonies like murder, rape, sexual offenses, child abuse, robbery, and drug possession and trafficking, I will fight to protect your rights and your freedom.
- RobberyI have defended numerous criminal cases and will do the same for you. I have successfully defended many different cases involving criminal charges, including DUIs, drug possession, robbery, domestic abuse, and many others. The experience and knowledge that I have gained through these cases will aid me in defending you or your loved one as well. If your freedom is at stake because of a charge of drug-related crimes, don’t hesitate to call our law offices at 405-605-7771 and schedule an appointment with an Oklahoma drug crime attorney who is experienced with helping people defend their rights.
- BurglaryIf you have been charged with a felony, it is important that you take immediate action to defend yourself. There are many different types of felonies ranging in severity, including murder, rape, arson, sexual crimes, domestic and child abuse, robbery, burglary, drug possession, DUI, and trafficking. These are among the most common charges. Here at the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin, we believe that everyone deserves to have the best representation possible. I am personally, highly experienced in criminal defense in the state of Oklahoma and can provide you with information and an honest assessment of your case regardless of the charges that you face.
- MisdemeanorsWhile misdemeanor charges are not as severe as those related to felony charges, the repercussions of a conviction could still have a negative impact on your life. If convicted, you could be given up to a year in county jail, significant fines, and subsequent offenses of the same law after you have been convicted of a misdemeanor can even be charged at a felony. Many crimes are considered to be misdemeanors, and I can help you understand exactly what the charges you are faced with mean as well as various defenses that may help you. I am a quality Oklahoma misdemeanor lawyer and can help you defend your case against your charge of a criminal misdemeanor in Oklahoma. Whether you have been charged with an assault misdemeanor, a domestic violence misdemeanor, or any Class C misdemeanor, I am prepared to defend your rights.
- Drug CrimesThe drug possession lawyers at the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin endorse the belief that anyone who has been charged of any crime, regardless of the severity, deserves to have his or her rights defended. If you or your loved one has been charged with drug possession, this belief applies to you. When charged with the crime of possessing drugs, you deserve to have an OKC drug lawyer that will aggressively defend your rights during your trial, and that is what I will do as your attorney. I will provide you with the information that you need about the charges that have been filed against you, as well as information that will help you understand the trial process so that it is less overwhelming for you.
- AssaultMany types of crimes in Oklahoma are categorized as misdemeanor offenses. These are less severe than felonies and will carry correspondingly lighter sentences. Typical misdemeanors are: DUI/DWI/APC(drunk driving, first offense), possession of marijuana (first offense), domestic abuse/assault & battery, petty larceny, and bogus checks. Do not misunderstand; these are serious changes and can effect the rest of your life. Misdemeanors can carry up to a year in county jail, significant fines, and with a conviction of some misdemeanors, a subsequent violation can be charged as a felony.
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- Personal InjuryAt the Law Offices of Lawrence Goodwin, I have a great deal of concern toward the rights of those injured in an Oklahoma traffic accident. If you or a loved one has been harmed while driving or traveling in Oklahoma, you must contact a lawyer who is experienced in the area of Oklahoma personal injury law. Car accident injuries can affect every detail of your life including financial aspects, your physical well-being, and most importantly, your family. I understand Oklahoma personal injury law and that you are counting on me because you have others counting on you. Call today and let my firm help you recover physically, get back to work, and return to the life you had before your auto injury.