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Can You Be Held Accountable for Your Spouse’s Credit Card Debts in a Divorce?
March 23, 2023
Divorce can already be messy, and when you find that your spouse has run up credit card debt, that can make things even more complicated. In many cases, financial infidelity is what precipitated the divorce, and the betrayed spouse may be concerned that they will be on the hook for debt they did not create. […]
What Can Happen if You Lie About Your Financial Picture in a Divorce?
March 9, 2023
When filing for divorce, you hope that things can be done as quickly and honestly as possible. If you and your spouse are on the same page, you can end the marriage amicably and divide the assets fairly. But that is not always how things go. If you are filing for divorce and suspect that […]
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights?
February 23, 2023
A child custody agreement can be difficult to develop, and grandparents often feel left out of the process. When a split between parents is not a friendly one, grandparents may worry they will be denied time with their grandchildren and wonder if they have legal rights. If you’re going through a divorce and your spouse’s […]
Why High Asset Divorces Need to be Handled Differently
February 9, 2023
Divorce is nearly always stressful, but a high asset divorce adds an additional layer of tension. When you have significant assets to divide and the stakes are high, hoping that you can make it through the process without legal representation is not recommended. Because of the complications of sorting through significant assets, high asset divorces […]
Does Child Support Continue Through College?
January 24, 2023
Custody and child support are often very touchy subjects for divorced or separated parents. Both parents want the best for their children, but the arrangements aren’t always easy. As a child nears high school graduation, both parents may be wondering what comes next. College tuition costs are rising and most parents will need to assist […]
Preparing for Your First Meeting with a Divorce Attorney
January 12, 2023
Filing for divorce can be overwhelming. When you are ready to begin the process, the first step is to meet with an attorney. Going into the first meeting is often very emotional. Filing for divorce can be mentally draining. The best way to alleviate the stress of meeting with your divorce attorney is to be […]
Does Child Support Automatically Adjust with Job Changes?
December 28, 2022
Because Ohio child support laws base the amount the non-custodial parent pays on income, when income changes, it makes sense that the child support amount would change accordingly. However, child support will not automatically adjust. When your job changes, you will need to seek modification from the court.
Protecting Your Small Business in a Divorce
December 14, 2022
If you and your spouse are divorcing, dividing assets can be complicated. If you and your spouse own a small business together, the division of assets becomes a bit more challenging. Business valuation in a divorce is one of the most complicated tasks in family law and almost always requires the help of a CPA. […]
My Spouse Might be Hiding Financial Information Through Divorce, What Can I Do?
November 28, 2022
If you are going through a divorce, one of the first things you will do is gather all your financial information. This means bank statements, credit card statements, the title documents for any property, mortgage documents, car loans, retirement accounts, and anything else that is part of your family’s financial picture. Often, this is straightforward. […]
Tips for Navigating a High Asset Divorce
November 16, 2022
Divorce and dividing property is always stressful, but when the financial stakes are high, it can be even more challenging to navigate. A high asset divorce attorney will be your best resource for dividing multiple assets and keeping things amicable between you and your spouse.