When people tackle divorce, asset division is often one of the biggest things that people feel worried about. Courts will divide property according to what they find fair. While separate property is not subject to division, it is still important to understand how...
Divorce
Not all gifts are exempt from property division in Ohio divorces
Under Ohio’s approach to asset division in divorces, property that people acquire over the course of a marriage typically becomes marital property. Gifts are one of the most notable exceptions to this rule. Determining whether something is a gift or separate property...
Can you safeguard your credit score during divorce?
Divorce can impact your finances in a number of ways, your credit score included. A lower score could interfere with your ability to receive lending which could make it harder to get a home or buy a car, for example. Protecting your credit score from too much damage...
What are examples of intellectual property in a divorce?
When you and your spouse discuss or litigate your marital property, there is a lot of value to divide. Tangible assets include the house and car. Monetary assets might be joint insurance policies or bank accounts. You and your spouse may also find yourself with...
Should you attend divorce therapy?
If you are in the midst of a divorce, you may have gone through dozens of therapy sessions with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. After all, according to Couples Therapy, approximately half of couples say they have seen a therapist during rough patches in their marriages. As...
How is a business divided during divorce?
Facing a divorce is one of the most difficult life changes that anyone goes through. In addition to being emotional and draining, afterward your life will be entirely different. For business owners, the stakes are even higher. Not only your personal life but your...
How to make your divorce go smoothly
You did not go into your marriage expecting it to fail. However, if you find yourself in this position, you will probably want to minimize the amount of stress you face. Follow these tips to ensure your divorce goes smoothly and is easier on you and your family....
Should children get a say in custody arrangements?
Divorce is not easy on children, and it is the kids who can suffer the most during the process of separation. Many times, parents cannot see the hurt and emotional damage due to their own pain and frustration and often make things harder than necessary for children...
Helping your children cope with divorce
Explaining to your children about your divorce can bring lots of emotions and confusion. To help your children cope with the news, it helps to understand how a split could impact them. Recognizing that age, maturity and individual parent-child relationships could...
Can collaborative law work for your situation?
Going through divorce will always hold its own ups and downs, and will always have some level of stress involved. This is simply the nature of the process and what it means for the lives of all involved parties. However, it is possible to reduce the amount of time you...