DUBLIN OHIO FAMILY LAW BLOG
Evaluating a child’s best interests during a child custody hearing
Child custody is an important legal concept that is often attached to the divorce process. That is because when two parents end their legal relationship, the impact of the split can have drastic consequences on the lives of their children. Of short-term concern,...
When might a prenup not hold up in court?
When you said “I, do” to your spouse, you may have envisioned spending years together, perhaps well into old age. However, not every marriage in Ohio is meant to last. Some couples recognize this prior to marrying, and will execute a prenuptial agreement, outlining...
When should you request spousal support as part of your divorce?
When you are going through a divorce, it can be difficult to determine whether you should request spousal support payments. Some people are concerned with how others may view their request. However, if you’ve sacrificed certain things for the benefit of your ex,...
Choosing settlement or divorce court
While most people facing a divorce in Ohio want the process to end as quickly and smoothly as possible, there are times when an easy split is not in the cards. The many factors that make for a complicated divorce include disputes over money, real estate and custody...
What can divorcing spouses do about dividing their home?
Divorcing spouses have many big and important decisions to make during their divorce related to property division and other divorce-related concerns. Deciding what to do about the family home can be one of the most challenging determinations couples have to face. For...
Divorce and distributive awards with high-value marital property
When an Ohio couple moves forward with a divorce, the court will seek to split the marital property in a way it deems to be fair. It will not necessarily be split 50-50. With distributive awards, the goal is to make sure that each side gets what he or she is entitled...
Tips for creating a thorough parenting plan
It can be overwhelming to think about how you will coordinate an adequate plan for caring for your children when you and your spouse separate from one another. You want the transition to be seamless, not only for your sake, but for your children to feel safe and...
How to handle stock investments during property division
A shrewd investment can go a long way toward shoring up your finances, and many of us hope to take advantage of this opportunity. One Gallup poll found 55% of Americans said they do indeed own stock, either by themselves or jointly with a spouse. A divorce can...
Lying about income or assets during divorce proceedings
Divorce proceedings, like any other Ohio court proceeding, rely on honest testimony. People, unfortunately, do commit perjury when testifying. False evidence may find its way onto the record. When one spouse discovers than an ex lied about income, it becomes prudent...
Understanding some of the benefits offered by a QDRO
When couples in Ohio divorce, there is a variety of benefits that can be included during the property division stage of the dissolution of the marriage. One of these involves retirement benefits paid out under a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO), which...
