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The Impact Of Mental Health On Divorce And Custody
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Going through a divorce can be difficult and emotionally draining. The end of a committed relationship can bring emotional upheaval. For emotionally stable people, divorce and child custody disputes can be stressful enough to affect mental health. For individuals who already live with depression or other mental health conditions, the process can cause changes in their existing conditions.
Whether you are a parent who lives with mental health conditions or you are a parent who is concerned about your ex-spouse’s ability to care for your children in his or her current mental health state, it’s important to work with a family law attorney who understands the interplay between mental health issues and divorce or custody matters.
At the law office of Amy M. Levine & Associates, we represent individuals throughout Ohio and West Virginia in divorce and custody matters when mental health is a concern for either party. The common mental health conditions we see include:
- Bipolar
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Depression
- Schizophrenia
- Narcissistic
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If you have children, nothing is more important than protecting their welfare. We work with clients to address matters related to supervised visitation, psychological evaluations and child custody modifications. Learn more about the counsel we provide by scheduling a free initial consultation. Our lawyers can be reached via our contact form to the right, or by calling our Columbus office at 614-360-2942 or our Huntington office at 304-519-4354.
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The basics of probate and will contests
Many people die without wills in Ohio. In these cases, the probate court will oversee the distribution of the deceased person's assets. Even in instances where there is a will, the probate court may still need to approve it. The probate process The first step in...
Overlooking assets in a divorce
Divorce proceedings could prove incredibly stressful for both spouses. Stress sometimes contributes to distractions, which may be particularly unhelpful during legal proceedings. When discussing divorce settlement matters, overlooking anything creates eventual...
Man found guilty of defrauding Medicaid of $2 million
On April 27, a 57-year-old Ohio man was found guilty of health care fraud and several other charges related to a Medicaid billing scheme. According to prosecutors, the man received around $2 million in fraudulent reimbursements from Medicaid. Billing for X-rays that...
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Medical debt is the No. 1 reason that people file for bankruptcy. An abrupt illness can lead to excessive medical bills that are even difficult to pay for people who have full-time jobs and health insurance. The medical debt factor has been on the minds of many people...
Understanding the Ohio probate process
It's a good idea to take the time to draw up a will if you haven't already. This document lets you leave money and assets to your family, friends and selected charities. If you don't leave a will, your estate may be subject to laws that determine how your estate is...
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