In divorce, you need allies. They can be trusted friends, mentors and a few important professionals. Besides an attorney, an important one – in certain situations – just may be a forensic accountant who will help you uncover the concealed assets that your spouse...
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Property Division
You may lose some of your retirement savings in a divorce
Since Ohio is an equitable division state, there is a chance that your spouse may receive a portion of your retirement savings in a divorce settlement. Generally speaking, any contributions that were made during the course of the marriage are considered to be a joint...
Where should someone look for hidden assets?
The asset division process can be one of the most contentious parts of a divorce. Spouses work hard to acquire nice things and build a comfortable life for themselves. The way assets and debts get divided can have a big impact on the lifestyle they lead after divorce....
Weigh your decision about your marital home carefully
Splitting assets during a divorce can be difficult. Many Ohio couples are tasked with deciding whether to keep or sell their Hamilton house. Factors that you'll have to take into account when trying to decide what to do with it is how long you've owned the home, how...
What happens with your retirement plan when you divorce
A multitude of events in your life can cause your marriage to suddenly make a turn for the worse. You may have thought that you were getting ready to retire only to have that sidelined because you're facing getting divorced. Retirement plans are considered marital...
How should my ex and I divide up family photos when we divorce?
Most people take pictures using their phones or some other type of digital camera nowadays. It, therefore, may seem a bit odd for one to ask what happens with their photographs once a couple decides to divorce. It's not too strange of a question though, considering...
What becomes of your art if you divorce in Ohio?
The word artist is used to describe individuals who are musicians, screenwriters, painters and other creative-types nowadays. Many individuals who perform this type of work see what they do as a passion. They treat their work as if it were their baby, keeping a close...
How is property divided among divorcing spouses in Ohio?
If there's one factor that holds up divorce negotiations, then property division is at the top of the list. Couples often fight over whether certain valuable items are considered as marital property. Hamilton judges take into account various factors when dividing up...
Splitting up a business during a divorce isn’t easy
The number of U.S. small businesses run by married couples hovers somewhere around a few million. The fact that so many smaller companies are family-owned and run can make things difficult if a couple decides to divorce. While many spouses find a way to work together...
Age may play a role when an Ohio judge divides up property
If you ask most individuals, they'll say that there's never a right time to go through a divorce. Coming to terms with the fact that your marriage is ending can hard on anyone. It's particularly difficult for those who are preparing to retire or who have recently done...