Summer 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…

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Common-Law Marriage in Ohio

Not So Common: The Unlikely Ohio Common-Law Marriage A common-law marriage occurs when a man and woman live with each other as husband and wife for a stated amount of time per state statute.  They were widely used during the western expansion, as men and women sometimes were not able to have a ceremony in…

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Fireworks! What is the Law in Ohio?

Fireworks Law You Can Use is a weekly consumer legal information column provided by the Ohio State Bar Association.  This article was originally prepared by Lawrence T. Bennett, Esq., program chair, Fire Science Education at the University of Cincinnati, and reviewed by Douglas Wehmeyer, Battalion Chief, Deerfield Township Fire & Rescue Department; updated by Lawrence…

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How Can A DUI Affect Your Divorce?

A DUI during Divorce can cost you more than just your life…  If you are involved in a custody dispute, or have a vindictive spouse who would like to start one, a DUI/OVI conviction can be used against you in domestic relations court.  Automatic license suspensions may make it difficult to exercise visitation with your children. …

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Legal Robot: Ohio Divorce Overview

An Overview of Ohio Divorce Law from Legal Robot This is a cute “Legal Robot” text sent to me by a colleague.  I posted it here because it provides a good overview of Ohio divorce law.   If this video raises any questions, please give me a call at (937) 879-9542. Jamie L. Anderson dedicates…

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Stalking or Sexually Oriented Offense Protection Order (SSOOPO)

If you or a family member fear for your safety because you are being threatened with harm, followed, or harassed by a person (relative or stranger), you can apply for a Stalking or Sexually Oriented Offense Protection Order (hereinafter SSOOPO).  The governing statute for a Stalking or Sexually Oriented Offense Protection Order is Ohio Revised Code…

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(like me): Ohio Divorce Attorney Is on Facebook

If you like the articles related to Ohio divorce law that you see here, please join my cool community of  fans on Facebook.  The Ohio Divorce Attorney page is a constant feed of information related to me, Ohio divorce law, decisions from the Ohio and United States Supreme Court, parenting information, divorce humor and the latest information about divorce in Ohio.…

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Ohio Divorce Attorney On Facebook

If you like the articles related to Ohio divorce law that you see here, please join our fans on Facebook.  The Ohio Divorce Attorney Facebook page is a constant feed of information related to Ohio divorce law, decisions from the Ohio and United States Supreme Court, family law legislation, important updates on cultural issues impacting divorce, and the latest…

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Legal Guide For Military Service Members

This legal guide was made by the Ohio State Bar Association to provide updates on issues affecting members of the military.  We are proud to represent members of the United States Armed Forces and, being located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, make ourselves a convenient choice.  If you have any questions about family law and…

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Changes to Child Support Payment Q & A

In this video, the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services conducts a question and answer session on how you can obtain a change in your child support order.  If you have questions about your case, contact Jamie L. Anderson at (937) 879-9542.  Jamie concentrates her practice in family law and regularly appears in courts…

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