Separation Agreements
What constitutes Separate Property in Ohio?
Separate Property is defined as all real and personal property, and any interest in real or personal property that is found by the court to be any of the following: An inheritance by one spouse by bequest, devise, or descent during the course of the marriage; Any real or personal property or interest in…
Read MoreChild Custody and the UCCJEA
UCCJEA: Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act Child custody matters are the most emotionally charged, and most important, issues dealt with by divorce attorneys. Custody disputes arise between parents during, but more frequently after a divorce or dissolution, or between unmarried biological parents, and sometimes grandparents. When parents and their children live in one state, the courts of that…
Read MoreDivision of Property and Date of Valuation
Determining the Date Can Save You Money! Ohio Revised Code 3105.171 defines marital property as any asset accumulated by the parties at any time from the date of their marriage until the date of the final hearing in an action for divorce or legal separation. Imagine that you make the bold move of filing for…
Read MoreDon't Listen to Them: Your Soon to be Ex
Your Soon to be Ex – Don’t Listen to their Lies or Legal Advice! I have written previous articles on the importance of not listening to the free legal advice of friends and family, unless of course they are a licensed attorney in Ohio (check out the article Free Legal Advice: Don’t Listen to It! ).…
Read MoreSeparation Agreements and the Second Opinion
If you are a parent who is not primarily responsible for the routine health care of your child, it is advisable that you include a common sense “second opinion” clause in your separation agreement. The second opinion clause is a provision allowing the non-residential parent to obtain another medical diagnosis for any proposed non-emergency medical…
Read MoreSummer Vacation and Divorce–Communication is Key!
When going through divorce, a summer vacation with your kids can be a needed retreat: just cover your bases with good communication. This is the time of year when hopefully the sun is around more, the flowers begin to appear, and kids start to look forward to the coming end of the school year. Summer vacation…
Read MoreCommon Law Marriage in Ohio
What constitutes a Common Law marriage here in Ohio? A common law marriage entered into before October 10, 1991 constitutes a valid, legal marriage in Ohio. However, after October 10, 1991, new common law marriages are prohibited. The essential elements of a Common Law marriage in Ohio are: 1. A mutual agreement of marriage; 2.…
Read MoreDon't Blow Up Over Your Ohio Parenting Time This Fourth of July
Parenting Time and Visitation Orders in Ohio Ohio parenting time orders require you to cooperate in making sure the child gets to spend time with both parents. bWhen the parents of a minor child divorce, have their marriage dissolved or annulled, or legally separate, the court may issue an order affording parenting time to the…
Read MoreMother's Day and Divorce
How to make Mother’s Day about the kids, and not about the divorce! Mother’s Day can be a challenge when a couple separates through divorce or dissolution. Whether you are recently separated, contemplating divorce, currently going through a divorce, or are happily divorced and remarried, challenges can arise in many ways. Memories of Mother’s Day…
Read MoreSocial Media: 3 Pictures to Never Post on Facebook – Sex
A Goldmine to Your Ex’s Attorney: Sexual Pictures on Social Media In the previous i discussed post pictures of children and the effects posting certain types of pictures and videos on social media could have on a family law case. In this article the focus is on “sexy selfies” or photos of yourself which may…
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