Oklahoma Bar Journal
January 2026 | Family Law

FEATURES
The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act and In Re N.A.: Some Thoughts on Subject Matter Jurisdiction
By Robert G. Spector
Thirty Years of Thielenhaus: The Dubious Origins of That Case’s Burden of Proof Requirement
By Ryan J. Reaves
Business Valuation in Divorce Litigation: Practical Guidance on Classification, Timing and Goodwill
By Jessica S. Bishoff and Molly E. Tipton
Establishing and Disestablishing Paternity Under Oklahoma’s Uniform Parentage Act
By Ann Murray and Julie Bushyhead
In Loco Parentis: Stepparent (Third-Party) Visitation and Custodial Rights
By Todd Alexander
The Third Way: Traditional Tribal Customary Marriages Are Here to Stay
By Kevin R. Kemper, Ph.D., LL.M.
What Does ‘Primary’ Mean?
By Aaron Bundy
Ethical Dimensions of Representing a Ward in Guardianship Court
By Todd Alexander
PLUS
Meet 2026 OBA President Amber Peckio
By Lori Rasmussen
Meet the Volunteers Who Guide Your Association
Applicants for February 2026 Oklahoma Bar Exam
From the President | Make 2026 Your Year To Get Involved
By Amber Peckio
From the Executive Director | A New Year of Purpose, Connection, and Professional Growth
By Janet Johnson
Law Practice Tips | January Tune-Up: A Friendly Reminder To Analyze Your Firm’s Bottom Line
By Julie Bays
Bar Foundation News | Meet 2026 OBF President Courtney Briggs