You've probably heard that half of all marriages end in divorce. This is a somewhat contentious statistic that may not be fully accurate, but it is widely repeated and it does reflect the fact that a lot of marriages do end up in divorce at some point. However, this...
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What are kids’ biggest fears when their parents divorce?
Most everyone understands that divorce is hard on children. The family unit is their safe place where they can explore and express themselves to prepare for their adult lives. When parents divorce, children face multiple major changes all at once. They may move to a...
Why it’s important for children to interact with their fathers
Over the years, the courts' approach to divorce has shifted. There used to be something of a presumption that mothers were the more natural parents, so they tended to get child custody. But this has changed, and courts now prefer shared custody so that children get to...
How to keep kids from playing one parent against the other after a divorce
Children will sometimes do whatever they can to get what they want. This sometimes involves playing one parent against the other. When the parents live in the same home, this might be evident quickly. Divorced parents might not realize what’s going on as quickly. ...
What equitable distribution means in divorce
Part of the process of divorce is negotiating the division of property. This includes real estate, vehicles, furniture and other tangible items as well as retirement funds, trusts and other financial assets. Generally, each person brings some of their own belongings...
3 approaches to sharing custody on birthdays and holidays
Sharing custody is a challenge. You have to see your ex all the time and constantly remember when you will or won't have parenting time. If there's anything harder than the general practice of splitting parental responsibilities with your ex, it is probably the...
What is the most common reason for divorce?
Divorce happens for many different reasons, so it's hard to pin down one reason that is the most common. Even if you did, it certainly wouldn't mean that your relationship would run into the same situation. Every divorce is unique, and so are the circumstances leading...
Financial mistakes to avoid during and after the divorce process
A broken marriage is hard enough. But what do you do if your divorce leaves you broke? Truth is, besides the emotional toll, divorce can be extremely financially taxing. And while some of the financial implications are inevitable, most are avoidable. A number of...
The rise of cryptocurrency and its role in an Ohio divorce
Are you considering filing for divorce? If so, your divorce settlement could be affected by your spouse’s cryptocurrency investments. While cryptocurrencies are expanding and becoming much more common, the anonymity of their acquisition (and other factors) make them a...
What are the different kinds of child custody in Ohio?
Understanding the terminology used by the family courts is important. You need to use legal phrases appropriately if you hope to obtain a positive outcome in your divorce or custody dispute. The different phrases used to describe custody can confuse some people....