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Preparing for Your First Meeting with a Divorce Attorney
January 12, 2023
Filing for divorce can be overwhelming. When you are ready to begin the process, the first step is to meet with an attorney. Going into the first meeting is often very emotional. Filing for divorce can be mentally draining. The best way to alleviate the stress of meeting with your divorce attorney is to be […]
Does Child Support Automatically Adjust with Job Changes?
December 28, 2022
Because Ohio child support laws base the amount the non-custodial parent pays on income, when income changes, it makes sense that the child support amount would change accordingly. However, child support will not automatically adjust. When your job changes, you will need to seek modification from the court.
Protecting Your Small Business in a Divorce
December 14, 2022
If you and your spouse are divorcing, dividing assets can be complicated. If you and your spouse own a small business together, the division of assets becomes a bit more challenging. Business valuation in a divorce is one of the most complicated tasks in family law and almost always requires the help of a CPA. […]
My Spouse Might be Hiding Financial Information Through Divorce, What Can I Do?
November 28, 2022
If you are going through a divorce, one of the first things you will do is gather all your financial information. This means bank statements, credit card statements, the title documents for any property, mortgage documents, car loans, retirement accounts, and anything else that is part of your family’s financial picture. Often, this is straightforward. […]
Tips for Navigating a High Asset Divorce
November 16, 2022
Divorce and dividing property is always stressful, but when the financial stakes are high, it can be even more challenging to navigate. A high asset divorce attorney will be your best resource for dividing multiple assets and keeping things amicable between you and your spouse.
Determining the Value of Your Business When Dividing Assets in a Divorce
October 26, 2022
Spouses filing for divorce are always concerned about their finances and how their debts and assets will be divided. When one or both spouses own a business, dividing assets becomes a bit more complex. Divorcing spouses are consistently surprised by the value assigned to their business during the divorce process. If you are filing for […]
Do I Need a Lawyer to Get Divorced?
September 7, 2022
When you start the process of filing for divorce, you likely hope everything will move along quickly. Ending a marriage is emotional, and filing for divorce can feel traumatic. You may wonder if you really need a lawyer to get divorced. Working through any legal process can be stressful, but a divorce can be complex, […]
What is a Divorce Restraining Order and Will You Need One?
August 24, 2022
Many couples feel, even if their divorce is contentious, that a restraining order is only necessary in cases of abuse. However, a divorce restraining order is there to protect both spouses during the divorce proceedings and will encourage spouses to keep the process running smoothly after filing for divorce.
When Does Child Support Start?
August 9, 2022
When filing for divorce, the question of child support will inevitably be discussed. When parents separate and live apart, should one parent pay child support to the other? When does child support begin? The answer isn’t always clear and will vary based on the divorce process. Having an attorney to help guide you through the […]
Is Child Support a Mandatory Aspect of Divorce?
July 27, 2022
Going through a divorce is difficult, and when children are involved, it can be even more complicated. Rather than just filing for divorce and going through the process of dividing assets and debts, parents will need to address a child custody agreement and child support, which ensures that the children are taken care of both during […]