There are two ways to end a marriage in Ohio. If you and your spouse can agree on the terms to end your marriage, you can elect to take the amicable route and file a petition for dissolution. In the event either of you are unable to agree on how things should end, you...
Work together to make the best parenting plan for your child
When you're creating your first visitation plan, remember that it's likely to be changed. What you want and what the other parent wants may not be the same. However, having both of you draw up a plan is a good place to start. You can see where your plans overlap, and...
Do stepparents have to pay child support on divorce?
During a divorce, most people know that their children require child support from one parent (in the majority of cases). What people don't often think about is how stepchildren are taken care of in that situation. For example, if you are on your second marriage and...
Ohio courts hurting families, children in divorce
If you have to go to court for your divorce and have children, you want the court to do what's best for your family. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. A report from Sept. 26 states that Ohio's domestic-relations courts aren't dealing with parental separations...
Getting ready for divorce: Handling finances
In 2015, statistics showed that 3.4 percent of married Americans went through a divorce. Many of them went through the divorces without considering how their situation would impact their finances. Even in cases where divorce is amicable, finances can play a role in...
4 estate planning documents to revisit after a divorce
If you are thinking about getting a divorce or are already starting the process, you need to review your estate plans. Ending your marriage is a significant life change, which means you likely need to make some changes to your estate plans so it reflects your new...
Getting a divorce? Collect these documents, now
The end of a marriage is often not something people see coming. They may know that things are rocky, but the idea of being divorced still may not cross their minds. When a spouse does finally ask for a divorce, it's heartbreaking and frustrating. Some people will want...
Financial knowledge is important for later-in-life divorces
The rate of divorce for Americans over 50 has more than doubled in the past 25 years. It's important to note that this rate is continuing to move upward for couples throughout Ohio and the rest of the nation. While divorce always involves an array of practical,...