The cost of a divorce in Ohio depends on your county and if the divorce is uncontested or if you’re seeking a dissolution. Other factors also play a role. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the cost of a divorce. Remain civil with your spouse A friendly divorce...
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Effective communication strategies for divorced couples in Ohio
Communication problems if often the reason why most marriages in Ohio fail. Given how a divorce can be contentious, things can even get worse during and after the separation. However, if you have kids or property that you will still own together after your divorce,...
Adjusting to life as a single parent after divorce
Even if you have the smoothest, most agreeable divorce possible, a certain amount of stress will develop as you prepare to face life as a single parent. There will almost certainly be a reduction in your standard of living, and maintaining strong social ties without a...
LGBTQ, heterosexual couples often divorce for same reasons
As more LGBTQ couples marry, another related statistic gets overlooked. The number of divorces within this group has also increased. Most couples whether LGBTQ or heterosexual face challenges and, sometimes, those challenges become difficult to overcome. When...
Handling marital debt in Ohio divorce
When you get married in Ohio, you merge your lives together. This includes your finances. Therefore, depending on your circumstances, you may or may not be responsible for your partner's debts. Liability for marital debt In general, both spouses are legally liable for...
How are stock holdings split in a divorce?
If you purchased shares of stock while married, there is a chance that Ohio law will consider it to be part of the marital estate. This means that it will likely be subject to state property division laws. In a final settlement, the marital estate will be divided by a...
3 tips for creating a rock-solid parenting plan
If you are getting divorced in Ohio and have children, you will need to create a parenting plan that is effective and works well for you and the other parent and your children. Here are three tips that will ensure you have a rock-solid parenting plan. Put your...
Certain tax-related matters need addressing during divorce
A divorce affects so many aspects of a person’s life. As a result, some things may get overlooked. One such matter pertains to taxes. With tax season here, a person who recently divorced or is in the midst of divorce must make a careful review as to how his or her new...
Special issues that can arise when an LGBTQ couple gets divorced
Divorce is rarely simple, but things can be especially complex when the couple has children together. This is true whether the parents are of different genders or of the same sex. But LGBTQ parents in Butler County can face unique challenges during divorce. That is...
You can avoid the stress of a traditional divorce process
Did you know that besides leading to poor health outcomes, divorce increases mortality rates by a significant amount? If you're thinking about divorce in Ohio, you may want to consider all the facts, including its negative effects. Going through the traditional...