One of the most challenging parts of navigating a divorce is figuring out finances immediately and into the future. While some divorces mean a one-time split of assets, others include spousal support. Often, these negotiations can feel stressful and difficult for both...
Family Law
Signs of malicious parent syndrome during your Ohio divorce
The family law courtroom serves as a theater for child custody wars in some Cincinnati, Ohio divorces. These typically arise when each parent believes they deserve sole or primary custody of their children. It is natural for parents to spend as much time as possible...
What’s the best way to divvy up hard-to-divide assets?
When you read up on property division in a divorce, they'll often highlight how you and your spouse need to simply decide what percentage of the account you each are going to stake a claim to, take your fair share and go your separate ways. Some complications can...
Why should you consider holidays and vacations when creating a parenting plan?
You may have addressed a large number of details when discussing your parenting plan. You may have drawn out your weekly schedule, outlined how you and your ex will handle school events and even addressed who will pick up your child if they become sick during the...
3 ways your social media use could hurt you during your divorce
Social media has become a part of many people's daily lives. Your accounts help you connect with the people you care about and keep them informed about your current situation. Social media can assist in maintaining a relationship with your college roommate and your...
How to make the most of your co-parenting schedule
The transition from being married to being a single parent isn’t easy. One of the areas that some moms and dads struggle with is finding time to do all the things they need to do. While it isn’t always easy, it’s possible if you take a realistic look at your schedule...
What kinds of spousal support are there in Ohio?
In Ohio, spousal support is defined as the compensation paid to a former spouse or current spouse, as well as a third party on behalf of a former or current spouse, which is intended to support them. Spousal support in Ohio may be allowed in a gross sum, installment,...
Can you prevent your co-parent from taking your child abroad?
If your spouse has family, business or other ties outside the U.S., it’s wise to address international travel with your children in your custody agreement. If your children have grandparents or other family members overseas, you may be fine with your kids traveling to...
Help determining the value of your marital property in Ohio
As you know, divorce is complicated, emotional and messy in most cases. A high-asset divorce is all these things and more for many Cincinnati, Ohio, couples. Not only must you figure out the most equitable way to divide your marital property, but you must also ensure...
Understand the rules in Ohio, an equitable distribution state
Ohio is an equitable distribution state, which means that if a court is involved in your property division and divorce case, it will attempt to divide your marital assets in a fair, equitable manner. Unlike community property states, there is not a guarantee that...