Many Ohio parents walk into a custody case assuming the judge will choose an arrangement for them. Under current law, shared parenting doesn’t happen automatically. It has to be requested, and a written plan has to be filed on time. Miss that step, and the court may have only one option left: naming one parent…
If you are thinking about ending your marriage in Ohio, you may have heard the terms “divorce” and “dissolution.” Although both can legally end a marriage, they are different legal processes. Understanding how each works can help you decide which approach fits your circumstances. What Is a Dissolution in Ohio? A dissolution is generally used…
After a divorce, a new job, family support, or a fresh start in another city may seem like the right next step. However, if you share a child with your former spouse, moving away from Toledo can raise important legal questions. Before making plans, it is important to understand how Ohio law treats parental relocation…
When a marriage ends, one of the biggest questions is often what happens to the property, money, and debts the couple accumulated during the marriage. If you are researching divorce in Ohio, you may come across the terms “community property” and “equitable distribution.” Although these concepts are sometimes discussed together, they describe different approaches to…
A protection order can provide an important layer of legal protection for individuals experiencing domestic violence, stalking, menacing, or other threatening behavior. If you have obtained a protection order—or someone has requested one against you—you may be wondering how long it remains in effect and what happens when it expires. The answer depends on the…
Dividing property is one of the most important parts of the divorce process. For many couples, questions about who keeps the home, how savings accounts are divided, and what happens to retirement benefits can create uncertainty during an already difficult time. In Ohio, property division during divorce is based on the distinction between marital property…