Going through divorce can prove difficult for any couple. However, same-sex couples may face considerably more challenging issues as they work through their divorce proceedings, especially when it comes to child custody. As a same-sex parent, you likely had to jump...
Month: February 2017
How can I establish a living will?
In Ohio, you can establish a living will using a standard form. This type of form is available from various organizations and written by the Ohio State Bar Association. The OSBA specifies that you do not have to use this form, but that any living will must be stated...
QDROs and taxes
Ohio residents who may be splitting retirement account funds in a divorce settlement should understand how and what this may mean from a tax perspective. Employer retirement accounts like 401K accounts are held in only one person's name. Under normal circumstances,...
Child support enforcement affected by Ohio Supreme Court ruling
For divorced parents in Milford who have custody of their children, the child support they may be receiving from their ex-spouses may be the only way that they are able to meet their families’ most basic needs. If the parents obligated to provide financial...
What do I need to know about estate taxes?
When it comes to estate taxes, very few people in Ohio have a comprehensive understanding of just how this process works. While they may not apply to everyone, being aware of the basics of estate taxes is imperative to ensure you retain as much of your assets as...