Columbus, Ohio, Family Law Blog
The basics of Ohio child custody and shared parenting
When there is a divorce in Ohio and children are involved, it can be an emotional, personal and financial challenge. Disputes over child custody and parenting time can take time, money and cause irreparable harm to the relationships. If the parties can come to a...
Infographic: How To Prepare For A Divorce
Before you get the legal process started, before you even ask your spouse for a divorce, there are some steps you can take to prepare yourself for this life-changing event: Thorough preparation can go a long way toward easing the stress of an inherently stressful...
Thoughtful considerations on learning methods for co-parents
Ohio students now have more options for how they attend school than they did in the past. In addition to in-person instruction, many schools are offering online options for children who might need to study at home. While it is up to parents to make these important...
The basics of Ohio child custody and shared parenting
When there is a divorce in Ohio and children are involved, it can be an emotional, personal and financial challenge. Disputes over child custody and parenting time can take time, money and cause irreparable harm to the relationships. If the parties can come to a...
The 5 most common disputes among co-parents
Your marriage with your ex-spouse is over, but the need to take care of your children and parent them together never ends. As much as you love your children, sometimes it feels impossible to put aside your conflict with their other parent. Understanding what...
The benefits of budgeting when sharing custody
Raising kids from birth to adulthood is certainly not cheap. Certain life events like divorce or unexpected illnesses can exacerbate those costs even further. Your child custody arrangement may also influence how you handle expenses for your child. For example,...
Preparing yourself for divorce proceedings
Ending a marriage is rarely a spur of the moment decision. There is often a period of time leading up to the actual moment of filing during which it becomes obvious to at least one party that divorce is most appropriate. When utilized correctly, this period of time...
What women should know about money and divorce
Changing societal expectations in Ohio and elsewhere means that many women are now the primary earners in their families. But despite earning significant incomes, women still tend to participate in the family finances less frequently than their husbands. This means...
Can parents move with children if there is a custody order?
Throughout life in Ohio circumstances can change over time. As circumstances change people may need to move from where they currently live as a result. People may have their families grow, get a new job or be relocated within their company, simply need or want more...
Is virtual visitation right for your family?
Seeing one’s child as often as possible after divorce is a priority for most parents. Unfortunately, life is complicated and can get in the way faster than people realize. For example, an amazing career opportunity or sick loved one might mean that it is time to move...