Parental alienation occurs when one parent undermines or disrupts the relationship between a child and the other parent. It often manifests during or after divorce or separation. This harmful behavior can have negative effects on children's emotional well-being and...
Child Custody
5 tips for managing custody conflicts and disagreements
For divorcing co-parents in Ohio, effective communication stands as the cornerstone of successful collaboration. Parents must maintain open and respectful dialogue, fostering an environment where they can constructively address concerns and issues. The objective is to...
Strategies for effective co-parenting during summer breaks
When couples are childless, divorce ends a relationship for good. In instances when offspring are still dependents, that is not the case. Parents must work with each other to continue providing a healthy childhood environment. Summer vacations can be particularly...
Can you modify a custody agreement in Ohio?
Child custody agreements are a standard component of dissolving your marriage when you have small children. The initial agreement is not set in stone. The court recognizes that your circumstances can change and allows you to modify the custody agreement when...
Can you get sole child custody?
In most divorce cases, Ohio courts prefer to give child custody rights to both parents. Typically, children benefit from a joint custody arrangement. However, if you feel your spouse is an unfit parent, you must understand your rights and options under the law. When...
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...
How are parental rights determined per Ohio law?
Divorce is always stressful, but many couples deem it necessary. Things can get more complicated when there are children involved. Parental rights are allocated in a certain way per Ohio law. How are parental rights divided? Previously, after a divorce in Ohio, the...
Can I change a custody order?
Things change, and so can you and your ex’s circumstances. Maybe one of you remarries, moves away or gets sick. Whatever the change, you may need to modify your child’s custody order if the existing one no longer works for you or your child. In Ohio, you can ask the...
What Ohio courts consider when awarding child custody
Every family situation is different, but Ohio’s family court system considers a similar set of factors when making decisions about where your child should live. When possible, the family court system often favors joint custody arrangements that allow your child equal,...
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...