Divorce proceedings can be complex and emotionally taxing, especially when children are involved. Among the many issues that need to be addressed, child custody often stands out as one of the most sensitive and consequential matters. When one or both parents have a...
Ohio follows an equitable distribution approach when dividing assets acquired during marriage in the event of a litigated divorce scenario. If you choose to litigate your divorce, the court will split your marital assets fairly, based on the unique aspects of your...
Divorcing a narcissist is an emotionally charged and complex process. As such, employing thoughtful preparation and a strategic approach can make all the difference as the divorce process unfolds. If you have decided to divorce your narcissist spouse, you’re almost...
To safeguard your financial situation during divorce, you need a clear picture of what is happening with it. This includes knowing all your assets, debts and regular income and expenses. Make a comprehensive list of your bank accounts, investments, property and other...
Divorce is a significant emotional and personal challenge that can have a lasting impact on your credit. Understanding how shared finances, particularly debts, are handled during divorce and how these decisions can affect credit scores is important if your marriage is...
In the past, people often thought about prenups being tools for the rich and famous, with a very small percentage of the population choosing to collaborate on a prenup before their marriage. However, prenups have increased in popularity with a wide range of couples,...
Depending on the state, there are different doctrines that courts use to divide assets in a divorce. In Ohio, courts divide assets according to the equitable distribution doctrine, which is the division of property between the parties based on what is fair and just....
Divorce is difficult for every person who goes through it, and it is especially hard if children are involved. Children often process divorce differently depending on the circumstances, but most of them feel, at least at some point, fear, confusion, guilt, and even...
For many couples in Ohio, raising children together was a major motivation for staying in their marriages, working through problems or sometimes ignoring marital issues. However, problems do not always disappear with time, and for many couples, the time to face them...
Choosing to end your marriage is never an easy decision. Usually, a divorce can take an emotional toll on anyone in Ohio or elsewhere. Fortunately, there are things you can do that can help you cope. Allow yourself to grieve For many, divorce is akin to the death of a...