When Ohio couples with children file for same-sex divorce, they have to navigate custody laws written for heterosexual marriage. Therefore, there are several complexities that you need to deal with during the dissolution of the marriage. Property entanglements Because...
Child Custody
Addiction and recovery requirements for child custody
Child custody is often complicated for those who are battling addiction or currently in recovery in Ohio. In order for the courts to grant a parent child custody, the parent needs to meet certain requirements. Here are some of the most common things that a judge will...
Does your child support payment change after you remarry?
When you file for divorce in Ohio, the judge typically looks at your income and other factors to figure out a fair child support payment. The state expects you to pay enough to support your child but not so much that you can't afford basic expenses. However, the...
Factors that determine how a custody order is structured
After you end a romantic relationship with your child's other parent, an Ohio judge will likely determine who has custody of your son or daughter. Even if you create a parenting plan with your former partner, a judge will still need to approve it. There are many...
Will you still owe child support if you lose your job?
If you are a divorced parent in Ohio, you may be required to pay child support to your former spouse. Most likely, you went to court, and the amount you were ordered to pay was based on your income among other factors. However, if you lose your job, you might wonder...
Common reasons for denial of a child custody relocation order
Ohio parents who are seeking to relocate after going through a divorce will have to get approval to do so by a child custody judge. While filing for the relocation can be an easy step, proving to the judge that the relocation is in the best interest of your child is a...
A few types of rotating custody schedules
Ohio law requires that you send a proposed schedule to the court when you request shared physical child custody. The court reviews your parenting arrangement to either accept or reject it based on whether it's in the best interest of your child. If neither you nor...
What happens to child support when only one parent works?
Ohio parents who have parted ways often have questions about the way that support payments are dealt with. One situation they might need to address is if payments are affected when only one of the parents has a job. The answer to this question depends on the financial...
How child visitation is determined in Ohio
When divorcing parents in Ohio are unable to reach an amicable child custody and visitation agreement, the decision will be left to a family law judge. It is now widely accepted that children find it easier to adjust to the realities of divorce when they spend time...
When to consider a child custody modification
There are a few reasons a judge will consider a child custody modification. Some common situations are when one of the parents chooses to physically relocate or if their situation has changed due to their schedule or occupation. This type of modification isn't always...