As the holiday season ends and the calendar flips to January, many contemplate significant life changes. One of the most notable trends during this time is the surge in divorce filings, earning January the reputation as the biggest month for marital dissolutions....
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Tips for successful co-parenting
Divorce is a complex and stressful time for anyone going through it, especially when children are involved. Many parents choose to co-parent after their divorce, which is a choice parents usually make thinking of the best interests of their children. Co-parenting is...
Avoid these common mistakes during your divorce
Divorce is difficult for anyone who goes through it, and tensions often run high between the parties. Between the legal aspects of divorce to the changes in family dynamics, divorce can take a heavy emotional and mental toll on anyone. The pressures involved in the...
Avoid these mistakes when creating a parenting plan
Making a parenting plan during a divorce is incredibly important. A well-written parenting plan can help your child succeed and help you feel good about the future. A poorly made plan, however, can hurt your kids. Creating a solid plan is challenging, and it can be...
How is spousal support determined in Ohio?
Spousal support, often referred to as alimony or spousal maintenance, can be a significant financial consideration in divorce proceedings. It may feel like a burden, a duty, a blessing or a right — it depends on your perspective and what side of the funds you find...
COVID-19 stimulus checks
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act stimulus checks are beginning to be deposited in bank accounts. On April 13, 2020, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, informed financial institutions and creditors the COVID-19 stimulus checks are protected...
Terminating Your Marriage in Ohio During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Deciding whether to terminate your marriage can be difficult and stressful enough without a pandemic causing additional financial pressures on your household. If you are thinking about terminating your marriage, you may be wondering whether this is even possible...
The Law Offices of Saia, Marrocco & Jensen Inc., now offers online notary public services
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently announced that Ohio’s mandatory “stay at home” order would be extended until May 1, 2020. During this time, whether you are working from home or using this time to complete tasks that have been put off for some time, you may have found...
Parenting time and support issues in the era of COVID-19
COVID-19: Parenting exchanges On March 22, 2020, Dr. Amy Acton, director of the Ohio Department of Health, ordered that effective 11:50 p.m. on March 23, 2020, all persons are to stay at home or place of residence, unless they fall into one of the listed exceptions....
How to tell your husband you want a divorce
You’ve tried everything to make your marriage work – compromising, enhancing communication or perhaps therapy. But you know when it’s time to say goodbye. Nobody deserves to stay in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage. After realizing you want a divorce, the next step is...