Deciding to divorce is rarely easy. Even when you know your marriage is not working, the thought of taking the first step can be paralyzing. You may worry about finances, how children will adjust and whether you can handle the emotional weight ahead. Preparing...
Ending a marriage or relationship is difficult, but when children are involved, the most important work truly begins: establishing a child custody arrangement. This process isn't just about drawing lines on a calendar; it's about making sure your child maintains a...
When people want to end a marriage, the two general options to do so are getting an annulment or a divorce. An annulment is often used very early in the marriage, while a divorce can be used at any time. Even though these are similar, there are some significant...
When you and your ex-spouse end your marriage on good terms, you can continue to work together and raise your children in a stable environment. Through this healthy collaboration, you are both able to nurture your relationships with your kids and give them the support...
When couples have children who grow up and move out of the house, those couples are referred to as empty-nesters. This is a significant life change. They may have been parents for decades, but now their children have all moved on to get married, go to school or take...
In some cases, people get divorced, and one spouse owns a business. That spouse will likely retain ownership, although they may have to divide some of their assets with their spouse. If a business increases in value during the marriage, for instance, the increase may...
The end of a marriage can trigger a whirlwind of change: new living arrangements, altered finances, shifts in parenting responsibilities and an unexpected sense of isolation. Even when a separation is amicable, it is common to feel grief, sadness or anxiety as you...
When you go through a divorce, one of the biggest concerns is how your property will be divided. Ohio law places property into two categories: marital and separate. Knowing where inherited property falls can make a big difference in what you keep after divorce. How...
When parents decide to divorce, they have to think about their children. In some cases, telling the children about the divorce is going to be the most difficult task that the parents face. Their parents going through a divorce is a major time of change for children....
Child support is a relatively common obligation when parents stop living together. The courts may require that a parent with more income or less parenting time provide financial support for their children. The amount of child support depends on factors including the...