Whether you are currently filing for divorce or you are simply considering terminating your marriage, there are many things to consider, especially when there are children involved. One of the most important plans included in your divorce settlement is your child...
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Have you and your partner decided to adopt?
Let us say that as an LGTB couple, you and your partner have made the decision to raise a child. Research shows you are among an estimated two million same-sex couples interested in adopting.How common is this process, and is same-sex adoption legal in Ohio? By the...
Separate any marital assets you can ahead of divorce
If you and your spouse have decided to go your separate ways, you might also want to consider separating your bank accounts and other assets before the divorce.When it comes to property division, your attorney must identify separate and marital assets. With some...
Is your spouse hiding marital property?
When you exchange your marital vows, ‘till death do us part,’ you definitely do not see a divorce in the future. Yet, more than half of all marriages end in divorce, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Terminating a marriage can be...
Can I include Whiskers in my prenup?
For many residents of Ohio and elsewhere, pets are more than just property – they are members of the family. Traditionally, dogs, cats and other animals are treated like marital property during a divorce. However, deciding which spouse should get the family pet...
How do children of different ages react to parents’ divorce?
Because every family is different, divorce affects each family, and each member of the family, differently. If you are an Ohio parent involved in divorcing your spouse, you may have questions as to how your children will react to the divorce. According to...
What is parental alienation syndrome?
Like many Ohio single parents, you might not get along well with your ex. There is a difference, however, between not getting along and alienating the children from the other parent’s life. Sadly, the latter is a far too common scenario.Psychology Today defines...