For many Ohio families, the season between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day is a time of happiness, giving and love. It is a time when people go out of their way to see their friends and loved ones, and for the giving of gifts in appreciation of those they depend on throughout the rest of the year. While positive sentiments guide many households in communities throughout the nation, not everyone celebrates the holiday season with the same festive feelings.
What is the difference between divorce and dissolution?
Many people contemplating divorce harbor fantasies of standing up in court and telling judge and jury about everything their spouse did wrong. This fantasy may seem appealing, but it almost never happens in real life, and there are good reasons for that.
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When are Ohioans entitled to spousal support?
When a Dayton area couple gets married, they expect their marriage will be happy and last forever. Many times, this is the case. No one can anticipate that their marriage will end in divorce and it is an emotionally traumatic time for a couple. There are many things that need to be figured out during a divorce settlement. One thing a person may wonder if they will be entitled to spousal support.
What can a nonmarital cohabitation agreement include in Ohio?
There are many couples in the Dayton area who do not have a traditional marital relationship. Some couples are no longer together but have children together, or there are couples who are living together but not married, plus many other situations. For many of these couples, a cohabitation agreement makes sense.
Property division in an Ohio divorce
When an Ohio couple gets married, they believe their marriage will last forever. Although many marriages last decades, a large percentage end in divorce. Couples who are going through a divorce know how emotional a situation a divorce can be. One of the main points of contention in a divorce is property division.
Who gets custody of the pets during a divorce?
Dayton area residents going through a divorce understand how stressful and traumatic this time of their lives can be. Working through the details of a divorce can take a lot of time and can be difficult. Although assets and child custody are the main sticking points of a divorce, pets can also play a part.
The basics of a collaborative divorce
When Dayton area residents get married, they expect their marriage to last a lifetime. Unfortunately, that doesn't always happen, and a divorce becomes inevitable. A divorce is an emotional and confusing time and it can also be expensive. Collaborative divorce may be a good option for couples who wish to avoid going to court and are, at some level, willing to work together towards an outcome that will satisfy both parties.
What happens to electronic records during a divorce?
When a couple agrees to get married, divorce is the last thing on their minds. Unfortunately, not all marriages last forever. A divorce can be an emotional situation for everyone involved. In these times, electronic communications are often scrutinized during the divorce process.
Differences between legal separation and divorce
When an Ohio couple makes the decision to no longer stay married, there are a few options they can pursue. Sometimes, a couple will choose to separate, while other times, they may want to legally divorce. There are differences in these legal statuses that a couple should understand.
