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| Ohio Dissolution of Marriage Laws Guide |
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| by The Center for Principled Family Advocacy |
| Ohio law allows for an alternative to divorce called dissolution of marriage. Couples in the state can seek a dissolution if they can agree before filing on all issues regarding property, support and parenting. Read More... |
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| Ohio Divorce Law Basics |
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| by The Center for Principled Family Advocacy |
| Divorce and dissolution are distinct legal actions in Ohio. Dissolution is cooperative. You negotiate all matters relating to the end of marriage, then file for dissolution. Both spouses must appear at the dissolution hearing. Read More... |
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| Uncontested Divorce and Dissolution |
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| by The Center for Principled Family Advocacy |
| In Ohio, you can end your marriage without fighting in court. Will your divorce be uncontested? That's up to you and your spouse. The word "uncontested" has a specific meaning under Ohio divorce laws. Read More... |
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| Understanding "no-fault" divorce and your privacy |
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| by The Center for Principled Family Advocacy |
| The end of a marriage is a matter of public record in Ohio. Still, in many cases, you can keep details of your private life out of court records - where anyone can get their hands on important details of your life. Read More... |
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| Articles |
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| An overview of Shared Parenting in Ohio |
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| by John J. Ready, Esq. |
| Shared parenting requires both parents to bear the emotional, physical and financial responsibility of raising a child. The specific terms of the arrangement for Ohio parents are described in a legal document known as a shared parenting plan.
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| Business Valuation and Matrimonial Breakup Guide |
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| by Eddie Blaugrund, CPA, CVA, CFE; and Elaine Rockwell, CPA, CVA |
| If a business is part of your marital assets, you will be required or will strongly desire to submit a supportable valuation during divorce. In many cases, couples can save money and agony by jointly selecting one trained and experienced valuation expert. Read More... |
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| Collaborative Law, Children and Divorce |
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| by Jonetta Kapusta-Dorogi |
| Children are deeply affected by the divorce of their parents. Can choosing the collaborative process improve the outcome for the children and the family? Read More... |
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| Do's & Don'ts of Divorcing |
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| by William H. Hunt |
| List of Do's and Don't when going through a divorce.
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| Effective Parenting Through Divorce & Beyond |
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| by Kathy Vavro, MEd., LSW, PC-S |
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| How to choose a divorce attorney |
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| by Honorable Marie Rady, Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court, Division of Domestic Relations |
| Choosing an attorney to represent your interests in divorce court is an important first decision that can have an effect for years to come. Read More... |
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| Legal Separation in Ohio |
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| by Amy Wirtz, Esq. |
| What is a legal separation? Can a husband and wife separate and have the court divide their property and allocate parental rights and responsibilities? The answer is yes. Read More... |
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| Questions to ask a divorce lawyer before you agree to hire that attorney |
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| by Amy Wirtz, Esq. |
| Choosing the right lawyer to handle the termination of your marriage determines how comfortable you will be during a stressful time in your life. It is not a science. But the right questions improves your chances of making the best of a difficult process.
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| Relocation in Ohio Shared Parenting Cases |
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| by Sharon Comet-Epstein |
| Many parents who are parties to a shared parenting plan find that they wish to move from the residence and community they occupied when they entered into a shared parenting plan. There are a number of considerations that must take place before a parent moves away from the other parent. Read More... |
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| Surviving divorce in Ohio, and elsewhere |
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| by William H. Hunt, Esq. |
| The first step in surviving divorce in Ohio (or most everywhere else) is to be a little gentle on yourself. Don't indulge in a gigantic pity party - you are not the only person who has gone through this - but don't be unnecessarily harsh either. Read More... |
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| Tax consequences of Forgiven Debt |
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| by Terri A. Lastovka, CPA, JD, ASA |
| In the current foreclosure crisis, there may be relief for the taxpyer for the foregiveness of debt by the lender. Read More... |
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| The Cost of Divorce To Employers |
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| by Amy Wirtz and LeeDaun Williams |
| What does the divorce of an employee mean to an employer? How is an employee's performance impacted by their divorce? Read More... |
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