Divorce Attorneys
Divorce is a time of great change for you and your family, and at Kroener Hale Law Firm, we are committed to making the process as straightforward and expeditious as possible. From the onset, we work to ensure that your questions and concerns are answered and addressed and that your best interests, and those of any minor-aged children, are always taken into consideration and given priority.
The course that your divorce takes is largely determined by the amount and complexity of your assets, whether child custody issues must be decided and the degree to which you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are able to come to an agreement about specific matters. Whether a divorce is amicable or contentious, throughout every step, we are here to provide the information, advice and strong legal advocacy you need to make decisions that will benefit you and your family. We handle fault and no-fault divorces. Call us at 513-716-5940 or online for a free consultation.
Helping You With All Your Divorce Needs in Ohio
Ohio couples who have decided to get a divorce have some control over how the divorce will play out, but don’t have complete control. No matter how peaceful or volatile a divorce is, there are some factors that play a role in every single split. For example, do you and your spouse have a child? That immediately makes things more complex. Child custody, support, and other financial and timeshare factors will have to be decided in a way that’s fair to both parents, and in a way that supports the child best. This can affect your plans to relocate, find new jobs, or more.
At the Kroener Hale Law Firm, we work with you to prepare you for the path your divorce might take by showing what can affect the proceedings. We routinely help clients throughout southeast Ohio address and settle divorce-related issues, including:
- Child custody — Should you petition for sole or shared custody of a child?
- Spousal support — Will alimony be a part of your divorce?
- Division of assets and debts — What assets are yours? How much do you need to live comfortably? How should debts be divided? The more you have, the more complex your divorce will be.
- Divorce over age 50 — For most later-in-life-divorcees, money and the ability to support yourself is a chief concern.
- Divorce for military members — Understand filing, asset and pension division, child custody and support, and other unique military divorce issues.
- Updating your estate plan: Following a divorce, it’s important to update your will, power of attorney and other estate planning documents, as your ex will likely be named in these documents.
It’s About You And Your Future
Our divorce lawyers care about you, your family and your future well-being. We are here to guide you through what can be a very emotional, confusing and frustrating process, and we always do our best to ensure that you walk away with a divorce settlement that provides for both your short- and long-term financial needs.
If you are planning to file or recently learned that a spouse filed for divorce, contact a family law lawyer at our Milford, Ohio law firm. Call us at 513-716-5940 or send us a message through our online contact form.
Fault Versus No-fault Divorces
Are you facing the idea of ending your current marriage and starting over again? Your initial concept of happily-ever-after may have included your current spouse, but now you’re not so sure. Yes, you still intend to be happy, but you know that you may be happier if you face the future without your current spouse at your side.
As attitudes toward divorce soften, less people are feeling the social stigma of divorce and are choosing to live an authentic life that makes them truly happy. You may be one of those individuals considering divorce and now your head is swimming. How do I get a divorce? What are the differences between a fault and a no-fault divorce? Is there any help available to me?
How to file for divorce
In every state, the process for filing for divorce varies. Some states require a period of separation before the granting of a divorce. In Ohio, you can seek divorce for either no-fault or fault reasons. Other state specific laws exist for divorce, and you may choose to access many of the resources readily available to you in order to learn more about the specifics of divorce before initiating the end of your marriage.
No-Fault Divorce
A no-fault divorce means that when you file for divorce, you do not have to prove any fault on the part of your spouse in order to be granted the divorce. Your state may require you to live separately from your spouse for a period of time before the formal approval of your divorce. Your spouse cannot object to the divorce because doing so is considered an irreconcilable difference.
At-fault Divorce
In some cases, an at-fault divorce may be a better choice for you. If your spouse abandoned you, has been extremely cruel to you, has committed adultery or a few specific other actions, you may be eligible for this type of divorce. When you bring this type of divorce case before a court, you will need to prove your case, but you may be eligible to receive a greater portion of the marital property and assets.
Legal Help Is Available
You don’t have to face the end of your marriage alone. You may choose to enlist the assistance of a family law attorney who can help guide you through the divorce process. An experienced divorce attorney can help answer any questions that you have about divorce, property division and child custody issues when you are facing the end of your marriage. Contact us for your free initial consultation.
