Child Custody

Ohio House Bill 508 is poised to change the landscape of child custody laws. The bill aims to prioritize shared parenting as the default arrangement in divorce cases. This approach could significantly impact families and children across Ohio. A new focus on shared...

Contentious custody battles can make communication challenging for co-parents. However, effective communication is crucial for the well-being of children.  There are several things co-parents can do when navigating difficult conversations about custody. Keep...

In emotionally charged child custody battles, one parent may wield false allegations of child abuse against the other. These allegations can have devastating consequences for both the accused parent and the child caught in the crossfire. However, there are steps a...

When parents decide to live apart, figuring out how to co-parent can get complicated. The resulting stress and strain of a child custody dispute can take a lot out of a person and lead to thoughtless mistakes. However, preparation can keep an individual from acting...

Parental alienation is when psychological manipulation by one parent causes a rift between a child and the other parent. This can come about through undue influence by one parent to tarnish a child’s perception of the other parent. This dynamic is all too common in...

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...

In Ohio, a motion to reallocate parental rights and responsibilities is a legal process used to modify a prior court order establishing custody arrangements for minor children. This process is often necessary when there is a significant life change since the original...

Boundaries are essential when you are a co-parent. Unfortunately, you only need to worry about limitations when the other person is not receptive to the idea. Creating space between you and the other parent requires patience and consistency. You might sometimes feel...