Divorce

Perhaps the most widespread misconception about property division during a divorce is that half of everything you own will go to your spouse. First, you will not lose half of everything you own. In addition, your share may not necessarily equal your spouse’s. Ohio...

Few people who’ve been through a divorce would say it was easy. Yet some might look back and realize they made it a lot harder than need be. Here are some tips to help you make your divorce as simple as it can reasonably be: 1. Seek compromise, not a win  If you win...

Many couples start the divorce process hoping that things will remain amicable, but then disputes arise. You and your spouse may have initially agreed to cooperate with one another to keep your divorce simple and as calm as possible. However, emotions have peaked and...

After your wedding, you share everything with your spouse. You will combine your bank accounts and pool your money to cover your expenses. When you purchase new items, you won't think of them as yours or theirs but rather shared property between the two of you in most...

Life will change post-divorce, and you need to be well prepared. It means readjusting any long-term financial plans you had in place with your ex-spouse and making new ones based on your new life. But, before all that, it is important to ensure that you get your fair...

Following a divorce, you are entitled to your fair share of marital property. After all, you probably contributed to it in one way or the other. However, your ex-spouse may not be so forthcoming with the details of their finances. It may be in a bid to keep some...

For many couples contemplating divorce, financial concerns are a major issue. If you had to save for years to afford a down payment on your home, for example, you likely wouldn't like the idea of losing your house and becoming a renter again.  Thankfully, that is not...

Sometimes, only one spouse wants a divorce. Once divorce papers are delivered, many spouses that were opposed to divorce change their minds. However, there are circumstances where the spouse remains resolute that they will not agree to divorce.  There can be many...

Nobody goes into marriage thinking they'll want out again in a few years -- but it's a very common situation to be in. Ohio is unique in having 3 possible types of divorces. All states provide some form of “no-fault” divorce. Ohio is a hybrid state that offers...

Adults are not the only people going through a divorce when they have children. Their kids also have to live with the decisions that they make. Child custody disputes and other issues may lead to negative impacts on your children, which is why it’s so important to...