Cincinnati Legal Blog
What is “dying intestate” in Ohio, and what happens to my estate?
Dying “intestate” means dying without a valid will in Ohio. This could mean that you did not create a will at all, that you created one but did not file your will appropriately or that some other factors rendered your will invalid. Wills are one of the primary means...
What is parallel parenting?
Getting divorced from your spouse may be the next best step for you, but if you have children you will still have a connection with your ex-spouse for the rest of your life. It is likely that in the aftermath of your divorce you will end up in a joint custody...
What can I do to assist my executor?
After you die, there is nothing more you can do to help your executor close out your estate, so you should think of anything you can put into place while you are alive to help your executor. With all the assets your estate may contain and all the arrangements your...
Think carefully before selecting a trustee
If people set up a trust as part of their estate plan, they need to select someone to administer this trust. There are a few things people should consider as they choose someone to be their trustee. Before people select a trustee, they may want to consider all the...
Statistics on custodial parents and child support
If you are a custodial parent, you likely have a number of different challenges to work through, such as stress that is related to court or some of the different pressures that come with raising children. However, if you are facing financial hardships because you are...
Why is it important for seniors to think about estate planning?
You may not like the idea of requiring a caregiver, but as people in Ohio get older, it becomes increasingly important that they think about long-term care. They have no idea when they might suffer from a disease, a sudden injury, chronic pain or a deteriorating...
Will your estate go through probate?
Probate can be a helpful process that occurs after your death and ensures the proper handling of your estate. In some situations, though, you do not need the probate process. Your heirs can handle your estate without legal intervention. However, your heirs will have...
Consider your long-term finances in an after-50 divorce
Later-in-life divorce has become common, but it presents financial challenges to the over-50 set that younger people do not have. If you are facing a “gray divorce,” be sure to consider the long-term financial picture and how it will affect your future. A changing...
When your ex cuts off access to the kids
Getting a divorce is often especially hard for parents and if you have kids, you likely worry about various family law matters such as child custody and child support. Unfortuntely, some parents are in a very tough position because their former spouse restricts access...
What are penalties for hiding assets during divorce?
Ohio couples like you have a lot to focus on when dividing assets during divorce. The higher your assets are, the harder it is to keep track of them. Unfortunately, some unscrupulous people may take this as a chance to try hiding assets. But attempting to hide assets...
