Most people, if asked, would prefer to have more independence and autonomy with the way they spend their money. Being able to buy the things you want for yourself and manage your own finances would seem to be the best approach for finances in marriage, especially in...

A parenting plan is a part of almost every divorce. Most parenting plans will outline many of the key factors of how two separated parents will take care of their children, including schedules for which parent gets the child when, details about time and place for...

A divorce is plenty stressful all on its own. With the emotional turmoil of ending a relationship and the practical matters of custody, support, division of assets and other divorce-related concerns, you are facing a serious challenge as you begin the divorce...

Most married people agree that infidelity is one of the worst things one spouse can do to the other. Marital infidelity is, for many, the one thing that would justify a divorce.But what impact does adultery have on divorce? Is it a legal ground for divorce? Does there...

As a family law firm, of course we see divorce as a positive thing in the right situation. We want people to be able to get out of terrible marriages and be able to start over.However, divorce is still a big deal – it is a breaking of lifelong promises and it...

For many people, marriage is meant to be a complete sharing of everything: home, vehicles, responsibilities, and even money. But not everyone agrees with this approach. Some think that money is something that each person in a relationship should have on their...

People love their pets. Whether you have a dog, cat, guinea pig or other furry creature, chances are you are concerned about what could happen with your pet in divorce.Ohio law is clear in this regard: Pets are treated as property in divorce cases. The law has been...

Most people can hang on in a difficult relationship through almost anything. Almost anything. Except the most absolutely die-hard committed spouses, marital infidelity (cheating) is the one thing that they cannot work through and keep the marriage alive. It is the...

If you are considering a divorce or if you’ve already initiated the divorce process, you’re probably thinking about starting your new life and the newfound freedom that lies ahead.However, while divorce might seem like a complete detangling of your life...