Giving same-sex couples the right to marry has resulted in members of the LGBTQ community in Ohio and across the country gaining access to benefits that have always been easy to access for straight couples. This has also meant that LGBTQ couples have some unique...
What does “best interests of the child” mean?
Before an Ohio court makes decisions about child custody or visitation, it considers what it thinks to be in the “best interests of the child.” Every such case is different, so the factors a court weighs in one case may prove somewhat different than those used to...
Getting through a divorce as a same-sex couple in Ohio
When two people get married, they tend to think that marriage will last for years. Sometimes, arguments can occur. If the couple can no longer communicate and no longer shares the love that they once had, then it could be time for a divorce. There are several...
Useful co-parenting strategies for divorced parents
Even the most civil divorce in Ohio can be difficult. Add children to the mix and the separation will be even more complex and challenging. Divorced parents need time to process their pain and cannot ignore the impact their divorce will have on their kids. It's...
How postnuptial agreements can help some couples
Many people in Ohio have heard of a prenuptial agreement. This legally binding document protects the assets a spouse owned before marriage in case of a future divorce. A document that is not quite as well known but serves a similar purpose is a postnuptial agreement....
January is the month of divorces
January has been nicknamed "Divorce Month" by some in legal circles because of the number of divorces that take place during that month, especially at the beginning of it. Queries on search engines and online platforms have increased searches for divorce-related...
How prenups can benefit couples
When most Ohio couples get engaged, they feel confident that their relationship will last forever. They are usually focused on the excitement surrounding their romantic engagement. Unfortunately, many marriages end in divorce. Couples need to discuss financial matters...
The financial challenges a divorce may create
Ohio residents who go through a divorce may face a variety of financial challenges. While men and women might encounter different types of financial challenges, there are things that anyone can do to prepare for them. For instance, it is a good idea to create an...
Social media posts may be divorce evidence
The question of social media and other electronic evidence has come into play in many Ohio divorces. Most couples have at least one social media account on which they post personal information. In divorce cases, 81% of lawyers say they've discovered evidence on social...
Child support by agreement saves time and energy in court
When two people who have children together split up, one of the main questions to address is child support. The family court system in Ohio is designed to provide definitive answers on child support, custody and other issues. However, it's often in the best interests...
