Child Custody

Some Ohio residents have likely noted that for a good part of the 20th century, fathers who sought joint custody after divorce did not commonly get the results they wanted. In most cases, courts sided with the mothers by giving them full custody. Over the last three...

Ohio parents may have concerns about an existing child custody or visitation order. While these concerns are normal, it may not necessarily be enough to forbid a child from having a relationship with both parents. In fact, parents may be held in contempt of court if...

Parents in Ohio may find themselves in an extremely difficult situation if they lose custody of their children. There are a number of factors that can lead to a parent losing custody, even when he or she loves the children. However, losing custody short of a...

The end of a marriage is a stressful and heartbreaking time for most people. Adults can have difficulty adjusting to divorced life. It can be even harder for Ohio children, who must come to terms with their parents no longer loving each other and now living apart. Not...

Getting a divorce can be extremely challenging for parents. In fact, the various issues that can arise during a divorce may prompt some parents to stay in a marriage even though it is toxic and potentially harmful to their emotional, financial or even physical...

Trying to find a fair and mutually acceptable way to split up custody in a divorce is often very difficult. You and your ex may not agree about what is fair or reasonable given your unique family circumstances. For many couples with young children, custody...

Ohio couples who file for divorce usually have to work through many complex issues, especially when they have children together. Custody, child support and parenting time are just a few of the issues that divorcing parents need to discuss. If a couple is unable to...

Your divorce is in the past and it's now time to turn your attention to co-parenting. With the right approach, you and your ex are able to provide your children with a stable environment. Even with a parenting agreement in place and the best of intentions, there are...

When you file for divorce in Ohio, there are a host of terms that must be negotiated before the divorce settlement is finalized. One of the most difficult and important terms is that of child custody. Divorce can be extremely hard for children, who are often the...

American families come in all shapes and sizes. While some children are raised by their aunts and uncles, others live in single-parent households and still others are brought up by their grandparents. Not all parents are fit or able to properly care for their children...