Divorce is, in and of itself, a stressful life experience. With so much going on, it’s not uncommon for the parties involved to make missteps that can come back to haunt them down the road. One of the most common mistakes people make during this tumultuous transition...
Divorce And Dissolution
3 benefits of seeking marital dissolution instead of divorce
An Ohio divorce does not need to become a process fraught with conflict. Spouses have the option of working together to keep things as amicable as possible. Some couples may eventually agree on all of the details of their divorce, allowing them to pursue dissolution...
Mediation can help to streamline your divorce process
You and your spouse may not agree on various terms of your divorce settlement, including those related to custody of the children, property division and even child or spousal support. This tension has the potential to lead to a protracted legal battle that can...
When do Ohio spousal support payments end?
Although two-income families have become the norm, one spouse frequently earns far more than the other does. Many married couples have an arrangement where one spouse focuses on their career while the other does everything in their power to support the family. They...
What are the most common reasons behind divorce?
While divorce rates are generally considered to be decreasing in the U.S., a significant number of marriages still end in separation. The causes of this are numerous, but some reasons behind divorce stand out more than others. Several studies have been conducted...
Making college savings and funding part of your divorce settlement
No responsible parent wants their divorce to harm their child’s ability to get a good education. That includes being able to go to the college of their choice. Whether your child is still in elementary school or they’re in high school and already looking at colleges...
Is money the biggest cause of divorce?
There’s always the possibility that a marriage can end. People often divorce because of communication issues, lack of intimacy and parenting style conflicts. While financial issues may not be the biggest cause of divorce, it is still quite common. There are different...
Which is better in Ohio: Dissolution or divorce?
Are you ready to end your marriage, but don’t know how to proceed? In Ohio, there are two basic options: dissolution or divorce. While both will ultimately get the job done, the two processes are distinct. What’s a dissolution? “Dissolution” is Ohio’s term for an...
Do you and your spouse view money the same way?
Many people have at least considered their odds of divorce. They know that divorce is quite common, but they’re not sure what the chances are that it will happen to them. They wonder about the different factors that can cause a marriage to end, outside of obvious...
2 things to know if your divorce involves high-value assets
Nearly all divorces come with at least a few challenges, some involving children and others centered on marital property. Many believe divorcing when you have wealth or valuable property is easier than a divorce with more modest assets. Unfortunately, high-asset...