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Mother motion in Oklahoma

32 Oklahoma opinions name it 2 courts 1990–2025 5 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Oklahoma courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (15)

CaseFollowedCited
In Re Atgreen
oklacivapp · 2011 · cited in 2 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
2 sentences

2013See In the Matter of A.T., 2011 OK CIV APP 81 , ¶ 11, 262 P.3d 386 , 388. {7 The hearing on Mother's motion to vacate the order terminating her parental rights was set for January 3, 2018.

2013See In the Matter of A.T., 2011 OK CIV APP 81 , ¶ 11, 262 P.3d 386 , 388. {7 The hearing on Mother's motion to vacate the order terminating her parental rights was set for January 3, 2018.

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Matter of KLHgreen
oklacivapp · 1993 · cited in 2 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000Termination of parental rights would be in the best interests of the child. ¶ 7 In reviewing Mother's challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence to establish the foregoing, we are guided by the following standard of review: "In a termination proceeding tried to a jury, the verdict of the jury is conclusive as to all disputed facts, and where there is any competent evidence reasonably tending to support the verdict, [an appellate court] will not disturb the judgment based on that verdict." In re K.L.H., 1993 OK CIV APP 127, ¶ 22 , 858 P.2d 1296 , 1299 (citing In re T.R.W., 1985 OK 99, ¶ 13 ,

2000Termination of parental rights would be in the best interests of the child. 17 In reviewing Mother's challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence to establish the foregoing, we are guided by the following standard of review: "In a termination proceeding tried to a jury, the verdict of the jury is conclusive as to all disputed facts, and where there is any competent evidence reasonably tending to support the verdict, [an appellate court] will not disturb the judgment based on that verdict." In re KLH, 1993 OK CIV APP 127, ¶ 22 , 858 P.2d 1296, 1299 (citing In re T.R.W., 1985 OK 99, ¶ 13 , 722 P

12
Independent School District No. 9 v. Glassgreen
okla · 1982 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024No. 9 of Tulsa Cty. v. Glass , 1982 OK 2, ¶10, 639 P.2d 1233, 1237 (stating that an inquiry into standing must reveal, among other things, that "the interest sought to be protected is within the zone of interest to be protected or regulated by the statute in question"); cf. Webb v. Wiley , 1979 OK 119, ¶4, 600 P.2d 317, 319 ("The threshold issue is appellant's [i.e., mother's] standing to assert constitutional rights of the putative father because, ordinarily, constitutional rights are personal and may not be asserted vicariously ." (emphasis added) (citing Broadrick v. Oklahoma , 43 U.S. 601

2024No. 9 of Tulsa Cty. v. Glass , 1982 OK 2, ¶10, 639 P.2d 1233, 1237 (stating that an inquiry into standing must reveal, among other things, that "the interest sought to be protected is within the zone of interest to be protected or regulated by the statute in question"); cf. Webb v. Wiley , 1979 OK 119, ¶4, 600 P.2d 317, 319 ("The threshold issue is appellant's [i.e., mother's] standing to assert constitutional rights of the putative father because, ordinarily, constitutional rights are personal and may not be asserted vicariously ." (emphasis added) (citing Broadrick v. Oklahoma , 43 U.S. 601

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Webb v. Wileygreen
okla · 1979 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024No. 9 of Tulsa Cty. v. Glass , 1982 OK 2, ¶10, 639 P.2d 1233, 1237 (stating that an inquiry into standing must reveal, among other things, that "the interest sought to be protected is within the zone of interest to be protected or regulated by the statute in question"); cf. Webb v. Wiley , 1979 OK 119, ¶4, 600 P.2d 317, 319 ("The threshold issue is appellant's [i.e., mother's] standing to assert constitutional rights of the putative father because, ordinarily, constitutional rights are personal and may not be asserted vicariously ." (emphasis added) (citing Broadrick v. Oklahoma , 43 U.S. 601

2024No. 9 of Tulsa Cty. v. Glass , 1982 OK 2, ¶10, 639 P.2d 1233, 1237 (stating that an inquiry into standing must reveal, among other things, that "the interest sought to be protected is within the zone of interest to be protected or regulated by the statute in question"); cf. Webb v. Wiley , 1979 OK 119, ¶4, 600 P.2d 317, 319 ("The threshold issue is appellant's [i.e., mother's] standing to assert constitutional rights of the putative father because, ordinarily, constitutional rights are personal and may not be asserted vicariously ." (emphasis added) (citing Broadrick v. Oklahoma , 43 U.S. 601

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Curry v. Streatergreen
okla · 2009 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
1 sentence

2023See Curry , ¶ 1, 213 P.3d at 552 ("Under an abuse of discretion standard, the appellate court examines the evidence in the record and reverses only if the trial court's decision is clearly against the evidence or is contrary to a governing principle of law.").

11
PAUL v. WILLIAMSONgreen
oklacivapp · 2014 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023The court then set out the statute and stated in full on this issue: We join the district court and another division of this Court, see Paul v. Williamson , 2014 OK CIV APP 31, ¶ 8 , 322 P.3d 1070 , in interpreting this statute to cut off completely any ability of a putative father to seek a paternity adjudication more than two years after an AOP is signed, i.e., § 7700-609(B) is a statute of repose as opposed to a statute of limitations.

2023The court then set out the statute and stated in full on this issue: We join the district court and another division of this Court, see Paul v. Williamson , 2014 OK CIV APP 31, ¶ 8, 322 P.3d 1070, in interpreting this statute to cut off completely any ability of a putative father to seek a paternity adjudication more than two years after an AOP is signed, i.e., § 7700-609(B) is a statute of repose as opposed to a statute of limitations.

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James v. Midkiffgreen
oklacivapp · 1994 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021The injection of irrelevant or otherwise inadmissible evidence is ordinarily not grounds to reverse a jury verdict unless that error was prejudicial." James v. Midkiff , 1994 OK CIV APP 165 , ¶ 6, 888 P.2d 5 (citing 12 O.S. § 78; and Karriman v. Orthopedic Clinic , 1973 OK 141 , 516 P.2d 534 ).

2021The injection of irrelevant or otherwise inadmissible evidence is ordinarily not grounds to reverse a jury verdict unless that error was prejudicial." James v. Midkiff , 1994 OK CIV APP 165 , ¶ 6, 888 P.2d 5 (citing 12 O.S. § 78; and Karriman v. Orthopedic Clinic , 1973 OK 141 , 516 P.2d 534 ).

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JOHNSTON v. STACYgreen
oklacivapp · 2016 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021Indeed, in their appellate briefs both Parents invoked the harmless error analysis applicable to non-constitutional (or "not inherently prejudicial") errors: With respect to the introduction of evidence over Mother's objection, the standard of review was summarized in Johnston v. Stacy , 2016 OK CIV APP 56 , ¶ 5, 380 P.3d 908, 910 , where the court stated: . . .

2021Indeed, in their appellate briefs both Parents invoked the harmless error analysis applicable to non-constitutional (or "not inherently prejudicial") errors: With respect to the introduction of evidence over Mother's objection, the standard of review was summarized in Johnston v. Stacy , 2016 OK CIV APP 56 , ¶ 5, 380 P.3d 908, 910 , where the court stated: . . .

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Holt v. DISTRICT COURT, ETC.green
okla · 1981 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
2 sentences

2020See 43 O.S. § 551-207(A); s ee also Holt , 1981 OK 39 , ¶¶ 17-18, 626 P.2d at 1340 (two questions must be asked: (1) has there been compliance with the jurisdictional provisions [in this case the UCCJA] and (2) whether jurisdiction should be exercised); In re R.L.S. , 1994 OK CIV APP 102 , ¶¶ 40-41, 879 P.2d 1258 , 1268 (an Oklahoma trial court can decline and yield its jurisdiction in certain circumstances). ¶33 Because the Oklahoma trial court erroneously concluded that it could not make an initial determination of child custody under the UCCJEA, the Oklahoma trial court never reached

2020See 43 O.S. § 551-207(A); s ee also Holt , 1981 OK 39 , ¶¶ 17-18, 626 P.2d at 1340 (two questions must be asked: (1) has there been compliance with the jurisdictional provisions [in this case the UCCJA] and (2) whether jurisdiction should be exercised); In re R.L.S. , 1994 OK CIV APP 102 , ¶¶ 40-41, 879 P.2d 1258 , 1268 (an Oklahoma trial court can decline and yield its jurisdiction in certain circumstances). ¶33 Because the Oklahoma trial court erroneously concluded that it could not make an initial determination of child custody under the UCCJEA, the Oklahoma trial court never reached

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Lowther v. Lowther (In Re Lowther)green
bap10 · 2001 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
2 sentences

2018In re Lowther , 266 B.R. 753, 758-59 (B.A.P. 10th Cir. 2001), aff'd , 321 F.3d 946 (10th Cir. 2002). 10 Father did argue below to the effect that the absence of any analysis of the Burk factors in Mother's motion, by itself, constituted error.

2018In re Lowther , 266 B.R. 753, 758-59 (B.A.P. 10th Cir. 2001), aff'd , 321 F.3d 946 (10th Cir. 2002). 10 Father did argue below to the effect that the absence of any analysis of the Burk factors in Mother's motion, by itself, constituted error.

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Messler v. Simmons Gun Specialties, Inc.green
okla · 1984 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
2 sentences

2010See Messler v. Simmons Gun Specialties, *634 Inc., 1984 OK 35 , ¶ 22 n. 11, 687 P.2d 121 , 128-29 n. 11. 4 .

2010See Messler v. Simmons Gun Specialties, *634 Inc., 1984 OK 35 , ¶ 22 n. 11, 687 P.2d 121 , 128-29 n. 11. 4 .

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Marriage of Kilpatrick v. Kilpatrickgreen
oklacivapp · 2008 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
2 sentences

2010A change in custody is not a minor temporary departure from the custody provisions of the Decree. 118 This Court has previously found unconstitutional an order appointing a parenting coordinator that not only authorizes the coordinator to make custody recommendations but also adopts those recommendations in advance "as orders of the court." See Kilpatrick v. Kilpatrick, 2008 OK CIV APP 94, ¶ 16 , 198 P.3d 406, 410 (holding that an order requiring "that the parenting coordinator's 'recommendations should be observed as orders of the Court' 4 constitutes an improper delegation of judicial power,

2010A change in custody is not a minor temporary departure from the custody provisions of the Decree. 118 This Court has previously found unconstitutional an order appointing a parenting coordinator that not only authorizes the coordinator to make custody recommendations but also adopts those recommendations in advance "as orders of the court." See Kilpatrick v. Kilpatrick, 2008 OK CIV APP 94, ¶ 16 , 198 P.3d 406, 410 (holding that an order requiring "that the parenting coordinator's 'recommendations should be observed as orders of the Court' 4 constitutes an improper delegation of judicial power,

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Tidemark Exploration, Inc. v. Goodgreen
okla · 1998 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
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Garrison v. Bechtel Corp.green
okla · 1995 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 2001–2001
11
Torres v. Torresgreen
oklacivapp · 1998 · cited in 1 Oklahoma opinions naming this issue, 1999–1999
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Oklahoma. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (35)

CaseCitedYears
In Re Adoption of CDO green
oklacivapp · 2001
2 sentences

2009They also cite In the Matter of the Adoption of C.D.O., 2002 OK CIV APP 9 , 39 P.3d 828 .

2009They also cite In the Matter of the Adoption of C.D.O., 2002 OK CIV APP 9 , 39 P.3d 828 .

22009–2009
J.M. v. State green
oklacivapp · 1993
2 sentences

2004Mother appeals. ¶ 8 State sought termination of Mother’s parental rights under 10 O.S. § 7006-1.1(A)(5), which provides: Pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Children’s Code, ... a court may terminate the rights of a parent to a child in the following situations; provided, however, the paramount consideration in proceedings concerning termination of parental rights shall be the health, safety or welfare and best interests of the child: [[Image here]] ¶ 9 A finding that: a. the child has been adjudicated to be deprived, and b. such condition is caused by or contributed to by acts or omiss

2004Mother appeals. ¶ 8 State sought termination of Mother's parental rights under 10 O.S. § 7006-1.1(A)(5), which provides: Pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Children's Code,... a court may terminate the rights of a parent to a child in the following situations; provided, however, the paramount consideration in proceedings concerning termination of parental rights shall be the health, safety or welfare and best interests of the child: .... ¶ 9 A finding that: a. the child has been adjudicated to be deprived, and b. such condition is caused by or contributed to by acts or omissions of the

22004–2004
Matter of JM green
oklacivapp · 1993
2 sentences

2004Mother appeals. ¶ 8 State sought termination of Mother’s parental rights under 10 O.S. § 7006-1.1(A)(5), which provides: Pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Children’s Code, ... a court may terminate the rights of a parent to a child in the following situations; provided, however, the paramount consideration in proceedings concerning termination of parental rights shall be the health, safety or welfare and best interests of the child: [[Image here]] ¶ 9 A finding that: a. the child has been adjudicated to be deprived, and b. such condition is caused by or contributed to by acts or omiss

2004Mother appeals. ¶ 8 State sought termination of Mother's parental rights under 10 O.S. § 7006-1.1(A)(5), which provides: Pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Children's Code,... a court may terminate the rights of a parent to a child in the following situations; provided, however, the paramount consideration in proceedings concerning termination of parental rights shall be the health, safety or welfare and best interests of the child: .... ¶ 9 A finding that: a. the child has been adjudicated to be deprived, and b. such condition is caused by or contributed to by acts or omissions of the

22004–2004
In Re KC green
oklacivapp · 2002
2 sentences

2004Mother appeals. ¶ 8 State sought termination of Mother's parental rights under 10 O.S. § 7006-1.1(A)(5), which provides: Pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Children's Code,... a court may terminate the rights of a parent to a child in the following situations; provided, however, the paramount consideration in proceedings concerning termination of parental rights shall be the health, safety or welfare and best interests of the child: .... ¶ 9 A finding that: a. the child has been adjudicated to be deprived, and b. such condition is caused by or contributed to by acts or omissions of the

2004Mother appeals. ¶ 8 State sought termination of Mother's parental rights under 10 O.S. § 7006-1.1(A)(5), which provides: Pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Children's Code,... a court may terminate the rights of a parent to a child in the following situations; provided, however, the paramount consideration in proceedings concerning termination of parental rights shall be the health, safety or welfare and best interests of the child: .... ¶ 9 A finding that: a. the child has been adjudicated to be deprived, and b. such condition is caused by or contributed to by acts or omissions of the

22004–2004
Franklin v. State neutral
oklacivapp · 1993
2 sentences

2000Termination of parental rights would be in the best interests of the child. ¶ 7 In reviewing Mother's challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence to establish the foregoing, we are guided by the following standard of review: "In a termination proceeding tried to a jury, the verdict of the jury is conclusive as to all disputed facts, and where there is any competent evidence reasonably tending to support the verdict, [an appellate court] will not disturb the judgment based on that verdict." In re K.L.H., 1993 OK CIV APP 127, ¶ 22 , 858 P.2d 1296 , 1299 (citing In re T.R.W., 1985 OK 99, ¶ 13 ,

2000Termination of parental rights would be in the best interests of the child. 17 In reviewing Mother's challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence to establish the foregoing, we are guided by the following standard of review: "In a termination proceeding tried to a jury, the verdict of the jury is conclusive as to all disputed facts, and where there is any competent evidence reasonably tending to support the verdict, [an appellate court] will not disturb the judgment based on that verdict." In re KLH, 1993 OK CIV APP 127, ¶ 22 , 858 P.2d 1296, 1299 (citing In re T.R.W., 1985 OK 99, ¶ 13 , 722 P

22000–2000
Matter of TRW green
okla · 1985
2 sentences

2000Termination of parental rights would be in the best interests of the child. ¶ 7 In reviewing Mother's challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence to establish the foregoing, we are guided by the following standard of review: "In a termination proceeding tried to a jury, the verdict of the jury is conclusive as to all disputed facts, and where there is any competent evidence reasonably tending to support the verdict, [an appellate court] will not disturb the judgment based on that verdict." In re K.L.H., 1993 OK CIV APP 127, ¶ 22 , 858 P.2d 1296 , 1299 (citing In re T.R.W., 1985 OK 99, ¶ 13 ,

2000Termination of parental rights would be in the best interests of the child. ¶ 7 In reviewing Mother's challenge to the sufficiency of the evidence to establish the foregoing, we are guided by the following standard of review: "In a termination proceeding tried to a jury, the verdict of the jury is conclusive as to all disputed facts, and where there is any competent evidence reasonably tending to support the verdict, [an appellate court] will not disturb the judgment based on that verdict." In re K.L.H., 1993 OK CIV APP 127, ¶ 22 , 858 P.2d 1296 , 1299 (citing In re T.R.W., 1985 OK 99, ¶ 13 ,

22000–2000
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. v. H. Webb Enterprises, Inc. green
okla · 2000
2 sentences

2025Webb Enters., Inc., 2000 OK 78 13 P.3d 480 Id. ¶7 Here, the record reflects the district court erred in finding the service by publication was sufficient and in failing to grant Mother's motion to vacate the default judgment.

2025Webb Enters., Inc., 2000 OK 78 13 P.3d 480 Id. ¶7 Here, the record reflects the district court erred in finding the service by publication was sufficient and in failing to grant Mother's motion to vacate the default judgment.

12025–2025
Funnell v. Jones green
okla · 1985
2 sentences

2023Funnell v. Jones , 1985 OK 73, ¶ 4 , 737 P.2d 105, 107 . 25 "The guardian ad litem's obligation remains the same as that of the trial court: the child's best interests, even though the child's wishes may be otherwise.

2023Funnell v. Jones , 1985 OK 73, ¶ 4 , 737 P.2d 105, 107 . 25 "The guardian ad litem's obligation remains the same as that of the trial court: the child's best interests, even though the child's wishes may be otherwise.

12023–2023
Kiddie v. Kiddie green
okla · 1977
2 sentences

2023Accordingly, this appeal shall proceed. . . ." 8 This issue is also set forth in Mother's motion for new trial. 9 The Oklahoma Comments to § 2005.2 state, in part, that "[t]he purpose of the requirements in paragraph (C) for motions to withdraw is to provide the client with notice of counsel's withdrawal so that the client may either retain other counsel or proceed with the case pro se ." 10 Notably, in Crussell , the default judgment was entered on June 28, 1977, and the defendant was able to retain counsel within approximately two weeks, which counsel filed the motion to vacate on July 14. 1

2023Accordingly, this appeal shall proceed. . . ." 8 This issue is also set forth in Mother's motion for new trial. 9 The Oklahoma Comments to § 2005.2 state, in part, that "[t]he purpose of the requirements in paragraph (C) for motions to withdraw is to provide the client with notice of counsel's withdrawal so that the client may either retain other counsel or proceed with the case pro se ." 10 Notably, in Crussell , the default judgment was entered on June 28, 1977, and the defendant was able to retain counsel within approximately two weeks, which counsel filed the motion to vacate on July 14. 1

12023–2023
PAUL v. WILLIAMSON neutral
oklacivapp · 2014
2 sentences

2023The court then set out the statute and stated in full on this issue: We join the district court and another division of this Court, see Paul v. Williamson , 2014 OK CIV APP 31, ¶ 8 , 322 P.3d 1070 , in interpreting this statute to cut off completely any ability of a putative father to seek a paternity adjudication more than two years after an AOP is signed, i.e., § 7700-609(B) is a statute of repose as opposed to a statute of limitations.

2023The court then set out the statute and stated in full on this issue: We join the district court and another division of this Court, see Paul v. Williamson , 2014 OK CIV APP 31, ¶ 8, 322 P.3d 1070, in interpreting this statute to cut off completely any ability of a putative father to seek a paternity adjudication more than two years after an AOP is signed, i.e., § 7700-609(B) is a statute of repose as opposed to a statute of limitations.

12023–2023
Karriman v. Orthopedic Clinic green
okla · 1973
2 sentences

2021The injection of irrelevant or otherwise inadmissible evidence is ordinarily not grounds to reverse a jury verdict unless that error was prejudicial." James v. Midkiff , 1994 OK CIV APP 165 , ¶ 6, 888 P.2d 5 (citing 12 O.S. § 78; and Karriman v. Orthopedic Clinic , 1973 OK 141 , 516 P.2d 534 ).

2021The injection of irrelevant or otherwise inadmissible evidence is ordinarily not grounds to reverse a jury verdict unless that error was prejudicial." James v. Midkiff , 1994 OK CIV APP 165 , ¶ 6, 888 P.2d 5 (citing 12 O.S. § 78; and Karriman v. Orthopedic Clinic , 1973 OK 141 , 516 P.2d 534 ).

12021–2021
Matter of RLS green
oklacivapp · 1994
2 sentences

2020See 43 O.S. § 551-207(A); s ee also Holt , 1981 OK 39 , ¶¶ 17-18, 626 P.2d at 1340 (two questions must be asked: (1) has there been compliance with the jurisdictional provisions [in this case the UCCJA] and (2) whether jurisdiction should be exercised); In re R.L.S. , 1994 OK CIV APP 102 , ¶¶ 40-41, 879 P.2d 1258 , 1268 (an Oklahoma trial court can decline and yield its jurisdiction in certain circumstances). ¶33 Because the Oklahoma trial court erroneously concluded that it could not make an initial determination of child custody under the UCCJEA, the Oklahoma trial court never reached

2020See 43 O.S. § 551-207(A); s ee also Holt , 1981 OK 39 , ¶¶ 17-18, 626 P.2d at 1340 (two questions must be asked: (1) has there been compliance with the jurisdictional provisions [in this case the UCCJA] and (2) whether jurisdiction should be exercised); In re R.L.S. , 1994 OK CIV APP 102 , ¶¶ 40-41, 879 P.2d 1258 , 1268 (an Oklahoma trial court can decline and yield its jurisdiction in certain circumstances). ¶33 Because the Oklahoma trial court erroneously concluded that it could not make an initial determination of child custody under the UCCJEA, the Oklahoma trial court never reached

12020–2020
Cossey v. Cherokee Nation Enterprises, LLC green
okla · 2009
1 sentence

2019Rowe v. Rowe , 2009 OK 6, ¶ 3 , 218 P.3d 887 .

12019–2019
Rowe v. Rowe green
okla · 2009
1 sentence

2019Rowe v. Rowe , 2009 OK 6, ¶ 3 , 218 P.3d 887 .

12019–2019
Lowther v. Lowther (In Re Lowther) green
ca10 · 2002
2 sentences

2018In re Lowther , 266 B.R. 753, 758-59 (B.A.P. 10th Cir. 2001), aff'd , 321 F.3d 946 (10th Cir. 2002). 10 Father did argue below to the effect that the absence of any analysis of the Burk factors in Mother's motion, by itself, constituted error.

2018In re Lowther , 266 B.R. 753, 758-59 (B.A.P. 10th Cir. 2001), aff'd , 321 F.3d 946 (10th Cir. 2002). 10 Father did argue below to the effect that the absence of any analysis of the Burk factors in Mother's motion, by itself, constituted error.

12018–2018
Cooper v. Cooper green
okla · 1980
2 sentences

2013Father is not represented by counsel and did not file an entry of appearance or answer brief in this appeal despite direction by the Supreme Court to do so on or before May 25, 2012. "'Where there is an unexcused failure to file an answer brief, this Court is under no duty to search the record for some theory to sustain the trial court judgment; and where the brief in chief is reasonably supportive of the allegations of error, this Court will ordinarily reverse the appealed judgment with appropriate directions." Cooper v. Cooper, 1980 OK 128, ¶ 6 , 616 P.2d 1154, 1156 ; Oklahoma Supreme Court

2013Father is not represented by counsel and did not file an entry of appearance or answer brief in this appeal despite direction by the Supreme Court to do so on or before May 25, 2012. "'Where there is an unexcused failure to file an answer brief, this Court is under no duty to search the record for some theory to sustain the trial court judgment; and where the brief in chief is reasonably supportive of the allegations of error, this Court will ordinarily reverse the appealed judgment with appropriate directions." Cooper v. Cooper, 1980 OK 128, ¶ 6 , 616 P.2d 1154, 1156 ; Oklahoma Supreme Court

12013–2013
Thielenhaus v. Thielenhaus green
okla · 1995
1 sentence

2012Father correctly cites the controlling authority: In matrimonial cases, attorney fee awards do not "depend on one's status as prevailing party in the case, [and] must be granted only to that litigant who qualifies for the benefit through the process of a judicial balancing of the equities." Thielenhaus v. Thielenhaus, 1995 OK 5 , ¶ 19, 890 P.2d 925, 935 .

12012–2012
Price v. Price green
okla · 1970
2 sentences

2010Price v. Price, 1970 OK 116, ¶ 8 , 471 P.2d 894, 895-96 .

2010We find Mother's challenge well-taken for two reasons. 17 First, section 120.3(C)(8) does not permit a parenting coordinator to "make any modification to any order, judgment or decree." A parenting coordinator may only "allow the parties to make minor temporary departures from a parenting plan if authorized by the court to do so." Id.

12010–2010
In re the Adoption of Baby A. neutral
oklacivapp · 2006
12009–2009
First State Bank v. Diamond Plastics Corp. green
okla · 1995
12009–2009
Daniel v. Daniel green
okla · 2001
12009–2009
Fulsom v. Fulsom green
okla · 2003
12008–2008
Kerby v. Kerby green
okla · 2002
12007–2007
Magnolia Pipe Line Co. v. Oklahoma Tax Commission green
okla · 1946
12004–2004
Scott v. Scott green
okla · 2001
12003–2003
Matter of Adoption of CMG green
okla · 1982
12000–2000
Aguero v. Aguero green
oklacivapp · 1999
12000–2000
Sullivant v. City of Oklahoma City green
okla · 1997
11999–1999
Kissinger v. Kissinger green
oklacivapp · 1984
11999–1999
Thrash v. Thrash green
okla · 1991
11999–1999
McNeal v. Robinson green
okla · 1981
11999–1999
Crowell v. Thoreau Center, Partnership green
okla · 1981
11999–1999
Bose Corp. v. Consumers Union of United States, Inc. green
scotus · 1984
11999–1999
In Re the Guardianship of the Estate of Reid green
okla · 1956
11996–1996
Barnett v. Klein green
okla · 1988
11990–1990

Statutes the citing opinions construe

OK § Okla. Stat. tit. 10, § 7006-1.1 (3) OK § Okla. Stat. tit. 10A, § 1-4-904 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

PA 417 (1995–2026) TX 174 (1993–2026) CA 170 (1929–2026) IN 143 (1995–2026) OH 140 (1993–2026) MO 117 (1993–2025) TN 79 (1998–2026) AZ 72 (2007–2026) UT 61 (2001–2025) NY 60 (1874–2026) IA 55 (2015–2026) NM 35 (1993–2025) OK 32 (1990–2025) WY 30 (2003–2026) FL 29 (1970–2024) AL 29 (1983–2024) NC 28 (1976–2026) SC 19 (1950–2025) IL 18 (1908–2026) MA 17 (2016–2026) MT 17 (1979–2024) KY 16 (1921–2026) HI 16 (2000–2024) ME 14 (2012–2026) OR 12 (1980–2025) GA 11 (1953–2026) VA 11 (2004–2022) ID 10 (2014–2025) WV 9 (1895–2024) KS 8 (2006–2025) MD 7 (1976–2025) DE 7 (2016–2024) DC 6 (1994–2017) AR 5 (1960–2020) SD 5 (1989–2010) WA 4 (2016–2025) VT 3 (2016–2017) CO 2 (2005–2022) NV 2 (2017–2017) WI 2 (1964–2017) NE 2 (1954–1994)

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