Ohio custody orders are often the result of protracted legal negotiations. People either present their case to a family law judge in Ohio or negotiate an arrangement with the other parent of their children. It can take many months to go from the initial filing of...
Year: 2023
What factors must be considered when relocating with a child?
Divorce is difficult for anyone who goes through it – especially when the couple has a child or children. Child custody matters can cause significant conflict between parents if mishandled. In Ohio, the court aims to tailor parenting plans to meet the needs of each...
The growing trend of fiftysomething divorces
There was a time when married couples approaching their fifties primarily remained together, regardless of any problems with their marriages. “Toughing it out” for stability’s sake was the rule, and any separation was the exception. Fast forward to today. People are...
Child custody evaluations: cost and effectiveness
If you are going through a divorce and cannot agree on a custody settlement, a judge can order a child custody evaluation to assess and help the court determine what is in the best interests of the child. What is a child custody evaluation? A court can order a child...
Role of attorney vs. role of therapist
Divorce cases are often highly emotional for everyone involved, and divorce lawyers know this. In many ways, attorneys provide counsel on more than the legal aspect of divorce; they discuss strategy, settlement options, child custody matters and other emotional issues...