Two Types of Wills That are Not Available in Ohio
A will is an estate planning document that has been around for quite some time. Each state has developed its own statutes and body of case law governing what a valid will looks like. Every will, for example, must be recorded or reduced to writing: no state permits the admission of an “audio will” that …
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What is an Ohio Will Contest?
No, a “will contest” is not what happens when you and your friend bet on who can refrain from something for the longest period of time. In the legal realm, a “will contest” refers to the proceedings that occur when someone has passed and there is a question about whether the will being offered for …
Obtaining an Ohio Divorce
Reaching the point of divorce in a marriage is a traumatic and challenging time, as the legal process to get divorced in Ohio can be highly complicated and frustrating. Those feelings are perfectly normal, even if you are the spouse who decided to file first. If you received divorce papers or are the spouse who …
Why You Need a Lawyer for Your Columbus, Ohio Child Custody Case
When a marriage erodes, and parents can no longer live together as spouses, the children can get caught in between the people they love more than anything in the world. Emotions can run very high for the parents and the children as well, which can cause the children to suffer. Fortunately, most parents want the …
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Have an Ohio Power of Attorney Established Before a Crisis Hits
Having a Power of Attorney Established Before a Crisis Hits Can Save You and Your Family Unnecessary Stress Designating a power of attorney is not only for older people who have trouble getting around or are too sick to attend to their legal matters. Most people, especially younger folks, believe that powers of attorney are …
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Executing A Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care in Ohio
End of Life Care: Consider Executing A Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care in Ohio Before It Is Too Late Thoughts about the end of one’s life are not pleasant. However, failing to plan can leave you in a position which does not comport with your desires and can leave your …
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What is Testamentary Capacity Under Ohio Law?
Testamentary capacity is an essential legal tenant under Ohio law. In Ohio, any person who has attained the age of 18 and who has the capacity to make a will can execute the document. A person who lacks testamentary capacity at the time the will is executed cannot make the gifts recited in the will. …
Dividing Different Types of Property in an Ohio Divorce
Ohio Divorce and the Different Types of Property Division During the process of a divorce or dissolution of marriage in Ohio, you will divide all of your marital property with your spouse. In the blog below, Dawes Legal, LLC, discusses what property will be subject to division during your divorce and what types of property you …
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Do I Need an Attorney for an Ohio Power of Attorney?
Do You Need to Hire a Lawyer for an Ohio Power of Attorney? An Ohio power of attorney conveys to another person the authority to act on your behalf. It is a written document that sets out the terms of the person’s authority, along with additional information about the arrangement. In the state of Ohio, …
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