Divorce can be tough for many reasons, but it is often especially hard for families. Aside from the additional stressors that parents may face, such as difficulties due to a custody dispute or child support, children can also be affected by their parents' decision to...
Month: September 2017
Changing a child support order in Ohio
If you currently pay or receive child support in Ohio, a time may come when you wish to have the amount given to or paid by you amended. Maybe you now make significantly less money than you did when the order was enacted, or maybe you had a change in circumstance that...
Things you may not know about probate
While most people in Ohio have a general understanding about what probate entails, there are several facts that you may not realize. We at Kroener Hale Law Firm have offered this information to help you in your estate plan; we can also answer any questions or concerns...
New trend helps create stability for children of divorce
It probably wasn't all that easy to tell your children you were getting divorced. Perhaps they already had an inkling that your marriage was in trouble; yet, it's never easy for kids to learn that one of their parents is no longer going to live with them. Change...
Understanding Ohio child custody laws
Ohio courts seek the best interests of the child when determining post-divorce custody and parenting arrangements. Chapter 3109 of the Ohio Code sets forth the rules governing allocation of parental rights and responsibilities.As FindLaw.com explains, numerous factors...
Understanding stepparent adoption in Ohio
For married Ohio couples in a blended family situation or a same-sex marriage, stepparent adoption may be the solution to questions surrounding the legal status of the child(ren) living with them. The Ohio State Bar Association reminds couples that...
Factors which determine spousal support
There are many factors you consider when you get a divorce in Ohio. You may not have thought about spousal support, though. At Kroener Hale Law Firm, we know it is important for couples to understand this part of the divorce proceedings.Spousal support is not...