Making the decision to get a divorce is a deeply personal choice, but in certain communities, cultural taboos can cast a long shadow over this process. The influence of cultural norms and expectations plays a significant role in shaping how couples think about divorce...
Divorce
Should you consider uncontested or contested divorce?
It is not easy when couples find themselves at a critical juncture when deciding to dissolve their marriage. Imagine being married for a decade and then reaching a point where your relationship is no longer sustainable. You might have met significant marital...
False accusations of domestic violence and why they happen
Domestic violence occurs when someone physically inflicts or threatens to inflict violence against a family or household member. In Ohio, domestic violence is a criminal offense that can be a misdemeanor of the fourth degree or first degree. It can ruin your...
Gray divorce and estate planning: Unburdening an adult child
Gray divorce and estate planning have intertwined considerations that will most likely impact an adult child. For long-term couples divorcing at 50 or older, their children may have long left the marital nest. While child custody, support or visitation may no longer...
What are the benefits of divorce mediation?
It is usual for couples to have disputes during the divorce process. These conflicts can stem from property division or child custody disagreements, often necessitating intervention. Some prefer to litigate these issues in court, having a judge decide after reviewing...
Navigating a custody agreement dispute in your Ohio divorce
According to official Ohio statistics, almost 30,000 divorces happened in the state in 2020. The process of divorce often requires navigating difficult and emotional territory, especially when you have children. Establishing a fair and appropriate custody agreement...
How an uncontested divorce can preserve your sanity
Navigating a divorce can be emotionally and mentally draining. However, opting for an uncontested divorce can offer a smoother and more amicable resolution. Consider the benefits of an uncontested divorce and how it can help maintain your well-being during such a...
Who should file for divorce first?
Generally, one spouse files a petition to the court to start the divorce process. This spouse is the petitioner, while the other is the respondent. When there is no reconciling a relationship, the spouse who should file for divorce first is the one who wants the...
Discussing the value of your IP in an uncontested divorce
When you and your spouse come together in an understanding that your relationship is not working out, there is a lot to discuss. You both have put in months, years or even decades into a life together and it is important to come away satisfied with whatever property...
Dissolution of marriage is an alternative to divorce
While the ideal is to enter marriage with the goal of maintaining a lifelong union, the fact is emotions and people change. Relationships evolve, and sometimes, they break beyond the point of repair. When this happens with a marriage, the first option that crosses...