During Ohio divorce or dissolution proceedings, spouses will often reach a point when they have to discuss payment of alimony. In Ohio, alimony is called “spousal support.” The court overseeing your divorce will award spousal support if one spouse requests it and the court finds the award reasonable and equitable. In making a determination about …
While most couples provide sufficient attention to their property and custody issues during a divorce, wills are commonly overlooked. In the blog below, Dawes Legal, LLC, addresses changing your will to reflect your changed marital status. Many people forget that they have provisions for their spouses in their wills, and these provisions should change upon …
In many cases, couples will separate before filing for divorce or starting the process of dissolution. By the time they get to the formal process, it is not uncommon for the spouses to be living in different states. If you live near a state line in Ohio, your spouse might live just a short drive …
There are a few phases of divorce proceedings in the state of Ohio, and each moves the process forward in a different way. You might be asking yourself: At what point does the divorce become final? The Ohio divorce attorneys at Dawes Legal, LLC, discuss in the blog below the steps you take during a …
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If your former spouse has violated your Ohio divorce or custody agreement, you have a few options for recourse. The court that entered your divorce decree maintains its authority over that order, so you have the power of the court on your side. Failure to Pay Spousal or Child Support If your former spouse was …
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Dissolution is one option for ending a marriage in Ohio, and many couples find it preferable to the divorce process. However, despite a couple’s best intentions, dissolution sometimes does not produce the results each spouse needs. What are your options if this happens? Can you file for divorce in Ohio if you have already started …
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There are a few phases of divorce proceedings in the state of Ohio, and each moves the process forward in a different way. You might be asking yourself: At what point does the divorce become final? The Ohio divorce attorneys at Dawes Legal, LLC, discuss in the blog below the steps you take during a …
Do I Have to Tell My Spouse I’m Filing for Divorce? When you have decided you want to end your marriage, it can be difficult to approach the topic with your spouse. Because of emotional or safety issues, you might not want to speak to your spouse about the subject. In Ohio, the approach you …
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At the outset of a divorce, one of the first things people tend to think about is who will continue to reside in the family home. In the blog below, Dawes Legal, LLC, discusses Ohio’s laws in division of marital property and how those apply to the homes spouses share. Ohio Factors for Division of …
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Dividing Trusts in an Ohio Divorce Couples going through a divorce in Ohio usually understand they will need to divide certain property, like houses and cars. But something people don’t always consider is how they will divide any trusts they own at the end of the marriage. The best way to understand how trusts will …
