Child support plays a significant role in ensuring a child's well-being following a separation or divorce. It helps cover essential costs like food, clothing and education. However, many parents question whether their child support obligation changes when their...
Postnuptial agreements, also known as postnups, are gaining popularity in recent years. In the past, Ohio law did not recognize these documents. However, in 2022, Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 210 into law, making postnuptial agreements legally binding in...
When you walk down the aisle to meet the love of your life and say “I do," you do not expect to dissolve your union at any point. However, life is unpredictable and people change over time. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...
The end-of-year holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many families. For some of those seemingly happy families, however, there might be tension brewing under the surface that does not come to light until the new year rolls around. There is a noticeable...
Family separations are never easy, but they are especially difficult for children. Long divorce and child custody processes can add unnecessary stress and anxiety to their lives. Therefore, many families have sought mediation rather than court solutions because this...
When a couple ends their marriage, child custody may become a divisive issue. What happens when both parents are of the same sex? During an LGBTQ+ divorce, child custody issues may become a high hurdle to overcome. There are some situations where the court may not...
There are many reasons why divorce is difficult, but one that you may find particularly intimidating is the prospect of a long, drawn-out court battle with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. Fortunately, there are alternatives to traditional divorce litigation, one of which...
The Ohio divorce courts require couples opting for joint custody of their children to submit a shared parenting plan. At least one spouse must file a petition describing how he or she will take responsibility for the kids. If both parents show they could make amicable...
Alimony or spousal support ensures that both parties can enjoy a comparable standard of living after divorce. The Ohio court considers a variety of factors when determining whether to award alimony to one spouse as part of the divorce agreement. Explore whether you or...
As a parent who is always looking to make your child's life better, you were thrilled to find out you were being offered a new job. The only problem is that it's over 200 miles away, which means that you have to move.Although your job is stable now, the new job will...
