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Do You Pay Child Support with Joint Custody in Ohio?
September 30, 2020
Years ago, most divorces ended with one parent granted custody who would receive child support, and one parent allowed visitation who would pay the child support. Things have changed, and more family courts understand that both parents should be involved in raising children, even after divorce. Most divorced parents have some degree of joint custody. […]
Which Parent is Granted Custody if They’re Not Married?
July 28, 2020
When you have children, ending a relationship can be difficult. Not only are you separating as a couple, but you will have to negotiate how to divide parenting time and responsibilities. You need to think about parental rights, relationships, and other factors. While this is challenging for any couple, it can be even more complicated […]
Appointing a Legal Guardian for Your Children
July 16, 2020
When parents are writing their will, one of the most important things that will be included is the appointment of a guardian for their children. This is often the hardest part of writing the will. It can be hard for any parent to think of the situation that would require a guardian. Some parents have […]
What Can I Do if My Child Refuses Court Ordered Child Custody Visitation?
January 15, 2020
When it comes to divorce, there are sometimes simply no easy answers. If there are children involved in the matter, things become even trickier. No matter the disposition of the divorce, if there are kids in the mix, there will be a custodial order, and there will possibly be a visitation schedule specified.
What is Child Support and What Does it Cover?
December 9, 2019
If two people have a child, and they no longer live together, whether it’s because they are getting a divorce, a legal separation, or they were never together to begin with, then they will need to formulate a child custody agreement. Child support will also be determined based on who gets custody.
Is it Possible to Have a Healthy Divorce?
November 21, 2019
Divorce can be an emotional rollercoaster for many separating couples. Because this process involves financial, lifestyle, and emotional adjustments, you may find yourself in constant conflict with your partner. The good news is that you can plan for a healthy divorce by considering various elements. If you and your partner follow a cool, calm, and […]
When is Child Custody Mediation Necessary?
November 6, 2019
When two parents decide to get a divorce, the most difficult challenge tends to be agreeing upon terms concerning child custody. Even if the divorce is amicable, reaching a child custody agreement is not always easy. Because of this, you may want to consider getting child custody mediation.
Can a Child Pick Which Parent to Live With in Ohio?
October 29, 2019
Going through a divorce can be stressful for all parties involved. Unfortunately, things can get very challenging if there’s a child to consider. It means that you and your ex-partner will need to decide who gets custody of your child — and it’s not uncommon for there to be a disagreement on this matter.
When is it Time to Get a Divorce?
September 30, 2019
This is one of the hardest questions anyone can ask, but it is essential. If you’ve been thinking about divorce, you’ve probably already seen experts quote the national divorce rate – about 50% – as a reason why you should avoid it. Yes, it might be surprising the divorce rate is 50%. However, there are […]
My Ex and I Have Joint Custody of Our Child, But I Want Full Custody
August 21, 2019
There is nothing wrong with wanting full custody of your child, especially if your ex is abusive or untrustworthy. Out of the many different types of child custody, sole custody is the most challenging to secure. Let’s take a look at what is necessary to obtain full custody of a child.