Ending a marriage is emotional and overwhelming. It can have a huge impact on your family, work and financial life. When we think of the end of a marriage, we often picture standing in a courtroom while lawyers argue. Fortunately, there are ways to keep the intimate...
Cincinnati Family Law Blog
Does Your Child Support Order Follow Ohio’s New Calculations?
Until relatively recently, Ohio relied on economic calculations from the mid-1980s to determine child support payments. As of spring 2019, however, that is no longer the case. New child support guidelines went into effect in March 2019. The goal of the legislation was...
The Collaborative Process Offers Privacy, Cooperation
The ending of a marriage marks the end of a romantic partnership, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of civility between former spouses. A marriage doesn’t have to end with a winner and a loser; in fact, all parties may greatly benefit from a collaborative,...
How can a GAL affect your custody hearing?
If you and your spouse disagree as to who should have custody of your children, your attorney may recommend hiring a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL). These court-appointed representatives advocate for your child’s best interests, though not necessarily your child’s wishes. ...
What are Your Options for Solving Disputes During Divorce?
If the process of terminating your marriage seems to have stalled, you might benefit from alternative dispute resolution. Your attorney can help you understand different options and determine which is most beneficial for your particular matter. When would you use...
Is there a way to tell if my spouse has hidden assets?
Is there a way to tell if my spouse has hidden assets? If you and your spouse are terminating your marriage, you probably realize that you will have to legally divide your assets and debts. As a general rule, all assets and debts that you or your spouse have acquired...
What to know about spousal support and taxes
The prospect of splitting one household into two in a divorce can cause uncertainty. Understandably, each spouse seeks to protect their long-term interests, especially when it concerns financial matters. One of the most contested financial components of a divorce can...
How will your estate plan change after a divorce?
Many couples create an estate plan shortly after getting married, purchasing a house, or having kids. These are all exciting times in the life of a married couple. However, if you and your spouse recently decided to end your marriage, it can feel like all of those...
Beware Of The Perils Of Social Media In Your Divorce
Social media networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have many advantages. They connect and reconnect us to people in our lives, provide us with platforms to share what's on our minds, and can be particularly useful in conveying information quickly. However,...