When Ohio parents are going through a divorce, it can be a time when their ability to focus on their child’s best interests diminishes due to emotions or acrimony between them. Parents may also find that they are unable to agree on what is best for their child when...
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Grieving The End Of A Marriage Is Normal
While some see the end of a marriage as a reason to celebrate, others may find themselves feeling grief.According to an article from Psychology Today, it is normal for people to go through "The Five Stages of Grief" when a relationship ends. These five stages are...
4 myths you may believe about divorce in Ohio
The electronic age has brought us access to more information than ever, but is all of that information accurate? It’s important to remember that your best source for legal information is your lawyer.Do you believe any of these myths about divorce and the...
Study: Parents’ divorce acrimony could affect kids’ health later
A study published recently in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found evidence that some people whose parents divorced during their childhood may be at increased risk of health issues later. Not everyone whose parents divorced was affected,...
If divorce is a journey, what should you pack?
Sara Woodard-Ortiz of The HeartFull Journey, a publisher of divorce-related coloring books, workbooks, and courses for women, believes that divorce is a journey. And, as with any journey, you’ll need to pack accordingly.Divorce is an emotional time for virtually...
What are the common signs of divorce?
Divorce is a touchy subject for some, even with the stigma pretty much no longer present. As a couple's marriage hits rocky patches, some will go down the road of reconciliation, while others will move towards divorce. So, what are the common signs of divorce in...
Tips for financial success during and after a divorce
A divorce can drastically impact your finances now and after the final court order. Property division, support payments and court costs have the potential to severely affect your quality of life. Fortunately, with proper planning from the start, you can keep the...
Father’s Parental Rights in Ohio
Questions often come up regarding the parental rights of a father. In Ohio, the father's parental rights of a child depend on the marital status of the parents when the child was born. In Ohio, if a child is born during a marriage, the husband is presumed to be the...
The Basics: Shared Parenting vs. Sole Custody
In Ohio, there are two types of custody/parenting arrangements: shared parenting and sole custody. In a shared parenting arrangement, commonly referred to as "joint custody," both parents are designated as legal custodians and residential parents of the minor child....
What Conditions Must My Prenuptial Agreement Satisfy to be Valid in Ohio?
Under Ohio law, a prenuptial agreement must meet three important criteria:It must have been entered into freely without fraud, duress, coercion or overreaching; There must have been a full disclosure, or full knowledge, and understanding, of the nature, value and...