Cincinnati Legal Blog
Is undue influence a form of manipulation?
In Ohio, laws are in place to govern estate plans, wills and more. The intent of these laws is to keep an estate somewhat easy to manage after your loved one's death. In most cases, these laws do a good job and the process is a relatively smooth one. But manipulators...
How can I make divorce less stressful?
Most divorces involve a high level of stress, which can be tough to navigate for many people. Divvying up assets is one of the more stressful aspects of divorce, especially when you and your ex can not see eye to eye about who gets what. While you can not change your...
Relocating with children after Ohio divorce
What happens if you want to move out-of-state after you have a finalized Ohio child custody arrangement? If you share custody with the child's other parent, he or she has the right to approve the move. Follow this process to legally request relocation with your minor...
How is a 401(k) dealt with during divorce proceedings?
As you enter into your divorce proceedings in Batavia, you may feel completely prepared for the issues and challenges you anticipate arising during this process. Yet like many in your same position, the fact that your 401(k) is subject to property division may come as...
Why a Facebook divorce is a really bad idea
Once you begin contemplating getting a divorce, your wisest course of action consists of staying off Facebook and other social media. At the very least, you should drastically curtail what you post there. This is particularly important once you actually file for...
Does Medicare cover assisted living?
Many people believe that all aspects of estate planning only come into effect after death, but this is not true. Considering how Americans are living longer lives than ever, careful financial planning for your golden years is essential. The realities of old age mean...
Can I modify my spousal support order?
The purpose of spousal support is to help your spouse maintain a fair standard of living after the divorce. If circumstances change, however, you may find yourself unable to provide a reasonable standard of living for yourself. This can be due to a lost job, injury or...
Divorce and self-esteem
When someone brings their marriage to an end, a wide variety of hardships often arise. Aside from the financial toll of divorce (property division, alimony, etc.) as well as the amount of time and energy people often devote to the process of ending their marriage,...
What is a special administrator?
Ideally, an Ohio probate court will appoint the executor to handle the estate of your loved one without delay. A court will do this by granting letters testamentary to the executor of the estate, or letters of administration if a person has died intestate. But...
Why you should revisit your estate plan during divorce
Estate planning involves careful consideration, and there are several life events that may give you a reason to revisit your current plan and update it as needed. A divorce is one such life circumstance, and if your former spouse played a big role in your estate plan,...
