In the state of Ohio, courts determine the best interests of a child during a divorce or separation in establishing custody. To ensure the child's well-being and stability, there are situations where a custody evaluation becomes necessary. High-conflict situations The...

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Does the complexity of the divorce process put people in danger?
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Sep 17, 2023 | Divorce
Time reported that in 70% of divorces, it was the woman who filed the case. Being the one who makes the first move may be fine in some situations, but in others, it could be very dangerous. In addition, complex systems can drag out the divorce process and prolong...
Divorcing a spouse who will not listen to you
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Aug 1, 2023 | Divorce
From a very early age, humans are capable of recognizing danger. Because of perceived dangerous situations, your body responds to different sounds during a fight or flight response. Certain physiological changes occur as your body gears up to avoid or confront this...
Common divorce regrets (and how to prevent them)
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Jul 22, 2023 | Divorce
Research shows a significant number of people regret their divorce. The first thing people wonder is why? Then they wonder how they can prevent these issues. Here are some statistics regarding divorce regrets. How many people regret divorce? On average, about 30...
Divorcing an emotionally neglectful spouse
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Jul 12, 2023 | Blog, Divorce
It is not unusual that an emotionally neglectful marriage ends in divorce. Emotional neglect is devasting and can erode and undermine a relationship. Although emotional neglect is not specifically grounds for divorce, it falls under gross neglect of duty, which is. A...
Post-Marital agreements now available in Ohio
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Jul 11, 2023 | Blog, Post-divorce Estate Planning
You probably already know about premarital agreements. You might not know that you can have a post-marital agreement in Ohio. A premarital agreement protects assets in case of a divorce. A post-marital agreement happens during the marriage. It outlines what will...
What is the model parenting time schedule used in Franklin county court?
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Jun 2, 2023 | Child Custody, Divorce
In matters of child custody, courts strive to ensure that the best interests of the child take precedence. As part of this approach, Franklin County Court has established a model parenting time schedule. This schedule provides a framework for parents to spend time...
Can my spouse cancel my health insurance during a divorce?
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | May 16, 2023 | Blog, Divorce
If your divorce is getting contentious, you may worry about your spouse retaliating against you by canceling your health coverage. Ohio law clearly outlines this situation and the consequences that may arise from prematurely canceling a spouse's health insurance. Can...
What is a distributive award in an Ohio divorce?
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | May 8, 2023 | Divorce
A distributive award is a payment or series of payments one spouse makes to another during a divorce. Payments for a distributive award do not come from marital property. Instead, they distribute separate property from one spouse to another. Why would the court order...
New bill proposes automatic 50/50 child custody in divorce cases
On Behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Apr 4, 2023 | Blog, Divorce
Legislators in Ohio proposed a bill that could significantly change the landscape of child custody in divorce cases. This legislation aims to establish an automatic 50/50 custody arrangement, fundamentally altering the way courts make custody decisions. Understanding...
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