You often hear people talk about the rising divorce rate in the United States, but the statistics actually paint a much different picture. The divorce rate did rise at the start of no-fault divorce laws, which happened in the late 60s and 70s. Many people who say that...
If you and your spouse already signed a prenuptial agreement, you likely feel like you have a certain level of protection if you decide to get divorced. If you’re considering a prenup before you get married, that is likely the type of protection that you’re seeking....
The romantic relationship between you and your former spouse just wasn’t working out. After several efforts to get things back on track, you both realized that it was never going to happen. Divorce was the only feasible option left, so you went down that path....
It is possible to change your current child custody arrangement if there has been a substantial change in circumstances since a family court judge issued the existing orders. For instance, you may have been relegated to supervised visitation in the past because of one...
Traditionally, divorce has been viewed as a confrontational process where one spouse wins and the other is left defeated. Today, couples are beginning to realize that there are no winners in a divorce that is filled with conflict, so alternatives are being sought. ...
There is no right answer regarding whether or not you should consider a collaborative divorce. However, if you and your spouse are open to trying something different – potentially more beneficial for both of you – then collaborative divorce may be the right choice. ...
When it comes to your rights as a father, few considerations are as important as paternity. The state of Ohio needs to recognize you as the legal or biological father of a child if you want to have time with them or any say in the major matters of their life. If you...
A prenuptial agreement is one of the most important legal documents you can ever sign before tying the knot. Done right, a prenup allows you to define various financial terms before getting into the marriage. Better still, it can protect your assets and lay clear...
One of the primary things divorcing parents battle about is how they will split custody. Both parents can push hard to get as much time as possible, even if that means the other party gets less. A more even split can be good for you and your children. Here is why:...
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