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Do I Have to Be Divorced to Get Child Support?

September 21, 2022

When co parents split, they often wonder what the process means for child support. If the parents are no longer living in the same household, is one parent able to receive child support? What happens with the child custody agreement? Does the divorce need to be finalized for child support to begin? Although every case […]

The Leading Causes of Bankruptcy for Ohio Residents

October 1, 2015

Are you falling behind on your monthly bills and not sure what your best options are? You’ve probably seen those commercials on tv talking about bankruptcy solutions and wondered if it is the right answer to your financial woes. Is there a way to quickly resolve your debt problems so you can start over? Is […]

Children’s Legal Rights During Divorce in Ohio

September 24, 2015

Divorce is a necessary, yet often messy and difficult reality for millions of American’s across the nation. And while parents tend to find themselves battling it out over asset (and debt) division, financial support, and child custody, too often the children are the ones caught in the middle of it all.  As parents, you love […]

Understanding the Relationship Between Bankruptcy and Divorce

September 3, 2015

Financial issues are frequently one of the main contributing factors to divorce in America. Arguments and insults between spouses related to the stresses of debt, job loss, monthly bills, and constant expenses can sometimes take a toll on a marriage that cannot be overcome. For many couples the only reasonable solution to this problem is […]

Common Mistakes Parents Make During a Child Custody Battle (Part 2)

August 27, 2015

If you’re in the process of getting a divorce, and you and your ex husband are trying to decide what your parenting arrangements should be –whether they involve a shared parenting arrangement or a fight for sole physical custody- reaching a conclusion can be difficult. But, when you’re fighting for the best interest of your […]

What’s the Difference Between Divorce, Separation, Annulment, and Dissolution in Ohio

July 8, 2015

So, you and your spouse have decided that ending your relationship is the best course of action to take in order to eliminate the problems that you’ve been having. If you’re honest with yourselves, you’ve probably anticipated this for a little while now. And, as difficult as it may be to end your marriage, continuing […]

A Toledo Divorce Attorney Breaks Down the Steps for Filing For Divorce

June 10, 2015

Marriage and divorce often seem to go hand in hand. On any given day, you can check out the headlines in the news and hear about another celebrity couple who just got married, while also hearing about “that couple” that is surprisingly splitting up. Even many newspapers (yes, those nearly obsolete stacks of recycled paper!) […]

A Toledo Attorney Explains the Importance of Estate Trusts

March 27, 2015

As you approach your senior years in life, you probably have a long checklist of things to take care of and loose ends to tie up. Even though you probably have many good years ahead of you, it’s important to take care of certain matters while you are healthy enough to make such decisions. One […]

A Toledo Family Attorney Shares Common Child Custody Q & A

February 26, 2015

Family law cases that involve divorce, separation, and child custody can be very complicated, emotional, and messy for all parties involved. As Family Lawyer in Toledo, I’ve represented many different families as they attempt to determine the best parental arrangements for their children. Here are some of the frequent questions I’ve heard along the way. […]

Preparing Yourself for a Child Support Hearing With a Toledo Family Law Attorney

February 16, 2015

You and your spouse have decided that a divorce or legal separation is the best option for your marriage and family. But, having children together can make any divorce resolutions more difficult to obtain. Who will care for your kids? Where will they live? How should the financial obligations of raising children be divided up […]