Practice Areas
We proudly serve the Oklahoma City metropolitan area and surrounding counties, focusing on the following areas of family law.
Divorce
Divorce is a complex journey, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. We aim to reach amicable agreements to save you time and stress, but when a resolution isn’t possible, we are ready to advocate fiercely for your best interests.
To help ease the financial burden during this transition, we offer flat-rate fees for uncontested divorces, allowing you to focus on your future rather than the cost.
Post-Decree Modifications
Life changes, and your legal arrangements should reflect your current needs. Whether it’s a change in income, a relocation, or shifting family needs, we help you update court orders for visitation, child support, and custody.
We make the process of modifying your decree as seamless as possible so that your focus can stay on your family.
Paternity
For parents who were never married, establishing paternity is the first step toward long-term stability. A paternity action provides a clear, legal framework for custody, visitation, and child support.
Whether your case is a simple agreement or a contested matter, we work to ensure that your parental rights are protected and your child’s needs are met.
Custody, Visitation & Child Support
Understanding the difference between Custody (legal decision-making for education and health) and Visitation (physical time spent together) is a must. We help you navigate these nuances and ensure that child support is fair and sustainable.
If the other parent isn’t following a court order, we also provide swift assistance with enforcement and contempt actions to uphold your rights and your child’s schedule.
Adoption
Growing your family through adoption is one of the most rewarding legal processes we facilitate, and we’re always honored to be a part of it. We specialize in step-parent and grandparent adoptions, focusing on formalizing the deep bonds that already exist in your home.
These cases provide your child with lasting security and a clear legal foundation for the future. Our goal is to manage the complexities of the court system with sensitivity and care so you can focus on the joy of your growing family.
Military Divorce
Military service adds unique layers of complexity to the legal process, from jurisdictional hurdles to the division of federal benefits. We provide clear guidance on specialized matters like military pensions, Thrift Savings Plans, and how housing allowances (BAH) affect child support calculations.
Whether you are navigating deployment schedules or the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, we advocate for a fair resolution that protects your future. We ensure your legal strategy accounts for the specific demands of military life so you can focus on your service and your family.
Clear communication is at the heart of our practice.
At Schamel & Associates, you’ll always know where your case stands and how to reach us. Our team is just a call away to ensure that you have the clarity and the answers you deserve. Reach out today for a consultation.