The last thing a couple on the months, weeks or days before a wedding want to think about or discuss is the potential of the marriage failing and ending in divorce. As we all know, however, the reality of marriage in the United States, including the Dublin, Ohio, and...
While in a divorce, there are countless things that need to be considered. The divorce process itself can feel overwhelming. Things can be easier if there are no children involved, but that does not necessarily mean it will be any less stressful, especially when one...
The terrible tale of the downfall of rising political star Anthony Weiner could prove to be a valuable lesson for those involved in a child custody battle in divorce court. Last week, former New York Congressman and New York City mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner pled...
As well-intentioned as a couple may be in making the decision to adopt, it is not an easy process. Laws vary throughout the United States, but here in Ohio, anyone except a separated couple may adopt. This includes an unmarried single person or married couple, gay or...
The answer to this question is not as simple as assembling a list and providing a description of each type of custody. Individual circumstances are unique and the courts of the state have an obligation to make determinations of child custody only after examining the...
If you are beginning the divorce process in Ohio, you will likely encounter the concept of mediation somewhere along the way. Your judge may refer you to mediation during your case, or you may request mediation yourself. Bringing your disputes before a mediator can...
The very use of the term estate in the context of estate planning is something of a problem, don't you think? Consider – what do you think of as an estate? Downton Abbey? The Breakers? Big structures with hundreds of years of history are the common image of what...
According to data provided by Smart Stepfamilies, 40 percent of married couples in the United States are step-couples, meaning at least one partner has a child or children from a previous marriage or relationship. Naturally, over time, stepparents form a bond with...
Divorce is stressful. Unfortunately, much of that stress is the result of misunderstandings about how divorce works in Ohio. Here are some of the most common Ohio divorce myths and the truth behind them: 1. You Get To Keep Property That Is In Your Name Regardless of...