An Ohio divorce can be a quick path to financial hardship, as you may find yourself not only dividing all of your property with your ex but now suddenly on the hook for making regular payments to them. Child support payments are often a necessity when you have minor...
In Ohio, it’s possible to receive a distributive award in some divorces. A distributive award is a payment or payments that is made from separate property or income. It is not made from the contents of the marital estate. This kind of award isn’t the same as spousal...
Issues involving spoliation of evidence are certainly not new. They've been going on for centuries, with some reports dating back to the 1700s. Spoliation is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. It can make it so that the outcome of a court case is certainly...
Yes, ongoing spousal support can be changed after a divorce or dissolution in Ohio. However, the law states that in order to make a change there must be a substantial change in circumstances that "makes the existing award no longer reasonable and appropriate." Another...
Real estate is typically the largest asset or group of assets that a couple shares in their marriage. They may have a single home that needs to be appraised or a portfolio of properties used to bring in rental income. Real estate can be complicated to handle during a...
Animals have a special place in our hearts, but they may also have financial value. In some cases, they are a significant investment. Under Ohio law there is no such thing as pet custody or animal custody. All animals, from dogs and cats to horses and livestock, are...
Property division can get complicated when you have complex digital assets. Examples include Bitcoin and NFTs, two of the most popular ways that people invest right now. This is very different than standard investing in the stock market and it can raise a lot of...
Maybe you have unique family circumstances that require a detailed approach to the creation of a parenting plan. Perhaps you have special assets, like a small business or real estate investment, that will complicate your divorce proceedings. It's even possible that...
Like many Cincinnati-area business owners, you might have taken out a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan in 2020 to help you stay afloat and retain your workforce during pandemic lockdowns and the resulting recession. As you recall, PPP loans were part of the...
Child or spousal support may be a concern when you file for divorce if you have minor children or a financially dependent spouse. Support orders are often an important part of a divorce, as they provide the custodial parent or dependent spouse with crucial financial...
