Sometimes called "gray divorce," ending your marriage after age 50 comes with special considerations. You may be ending a second or third marriage, or you may have spent decades with your spouse and share significant assets. Review these unique concerns if you are an...

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Why is gray divorce on the rise?
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Dec 11, 2020 | Divorce
The divorce rate is fairly flat for the first time in decades, indicating couples are staying together longer. However, one age bracket for which divorce is climbing is those approaching retirement age. Gray divorce refers to couples over 50 who are deciding...
What does gaslighting look like in a marriage?
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Nov 4, 2020 | Divorce
Has a friend ever told you they believed their spouse was trying to gaslight them? When they described their spouse's behavior, did it feel similar to how your spouse has been acting lately? If so, you need to know what "gaslighting" means and why it is a common...
Where does Ohio rank in co-parenting
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Oct 8, 2020 | Child Custody
Every county in Ohio has at least one standard parenting schedule to suggest how much time a child spends with each parent. Some counties have more than one. How do these schedules compare to others in the nation? Do fathers get a fair amount of time with their...
Divorce does not have to ruin your retirement
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Oct 2, 2020 | Divorce
Planning for your later years does not just happen in a short time. Saving for retirement is a decades-long process that you have already put so much time and hard work into, and now your divorce could compromise all of that. You need to be certain that you understand...
Benefits of divorce are not always tangible
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Oct 1, 2020 | Divorce
When your marriage began to hit the rocks, you may have only felt the negative emotions associated with this type of situation. You may have begun to question whether you were a good spouse, whether you did what you could to make the relationship work and whether you...
Key factors in an amicable divorce
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Oct 1, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce is often portrayed as an all-out battle through the courts, during which time couples exhaust plenty of money and emotional energy. It does not have to be this way, though. An amicable divorce is possible for couples in Ohio who are committed to the process...
Delaying divorce can be beneficial
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Sep 17, 2020 | Divorce
Whether it comes after months of turmoil or as a sudden realization, deciding to end a marriage is significant. However, it does not mean that one should rush to file for divorce right away. While it might feel as if the matter is urgent -- and in some cases it...
Key steps toward securing a fulfilling life as a single parent
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Sep 8, 2020 | Divorce
With a divorce, worlds change. No longer will you have a partner and teammate in running a household and raising children. With no transition and only word-of-mouth knowledge, you are thrust into a new role as a single parent. The change is traumatic, and you feel...
Factors judges consider for Ohio child support orders
On behalf of Harry Lewis Co., LPA | Sep 4, 2020 | Child Custody
There is no denying it -- raising a child is expensive. Navigating the many costs associated with child rearing can be even more complicated after divorce. This is why it is so important that you and your ex get your child support order right the first time. Ohio...
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