The division of assets is often one of the most complex aspects of divorce. In Ohio, the courts generally follow the rule of equitable distribution. This means the court does not divide marital property equally but fairly based on each party's contributions to the...
When you file for divorce in Ohio, you might consider pursuing mediation to settle the case with less conflict than litigation. Mediation provides an avenue for couples to work together to reach a mutual agreement on issues related to their separation. When you decide...
Mediation is a process that allows couples to resolve their differences outside of a courtroom, with the help of a neutral third party. It is a cost-effective and less adversarial alternative to traditional litigation. However, there are many misconceptions that can...
Firms use the mediation process in many areas of family law. In a divorce case, spouses meet with a neutral third party who doesn't represent either spouse. If a mediator can help couples agree on the disputed points, a contested divorce doesn't have to end up in...
When you're going through a divorce, it may not be serious enough that you feel that you need to go to trial to resolve your disputes. What you may instead want to do is to look into divorce mediation. Divorce mediation saves you time and money. It prevents you from...
If you and your estranged spouse have agreed to divorce mediation, you may not be sure exactly what to expect. Fortunately, it's easy to explain what you should know about mediation and what to expect when you arrive at the first session. First, remember that no...
No one wants to fight, especially at the end of a marriage. You've both supported each other in the past and the idea that you'd both begin to tear each other down during a divorce isn't something you'd be happy with. The good news is that couples who are willing to...
Many people who consider divorce mediation do so because they believe that it's in their best interests to try to work with their spouses to come up with resolutions to disputes during divorce. Some people decide not to try mediation for fear of the other party being...
Divorce mediation has many benefits, like helping you get past conflicts and allowing you and your estranged spouse to work together toward a mutually agreeable solution to your problems. Some people hear the words "divorce mediation" and believe it's like marriage...
You and your spouse always worked well together, but once you decided to divorce, that ended. Suddenly, all the things you did wrong or the things they did wrong came to a head, and you both can barely be in a room together.Your situation is not strange. There are...
