Going through a divorce can bring about changes to every aspect of your life, including your estate plan. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize that they need to make changes to the documents in their estate plans once their marriages end, which opens the door for...
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Divorce & Family Law
Splitting annuities in a divorce
When couples in Ohio are seeking a divorce, one of the most common legal battles that will take place includes how assets and annuities will be divided between the two people. Although it's a complicated process, it's something that everyone needs to go through. The...
Many ex-spouses qualify for Social Security benefits
Social Security exists to provide some level of financial support during retirement years for individuals as well as married couples. When one spouse earns less than another over the course of their marriage, that spouse can obtain Social Security benefits based on...
Tax tips for your Ohio divorce
When the tax code was amended in 2018, the tax landscape of Ohio divorce was changed. Alimony is no longer tax-deductible, and the exemption for dependents was removed until 2026. What are the considerations you should make when preparing to split the marital assets?...
Prenuptial agreements can be valuable protection before marriage
When people are planning a marriage in Ohio or elsewhere, the excitement of the future can be intoxicating. The couple might forget that inevitable challenges arise and that the marriage might not work out. Being protected is advisable, and prenuptial agreements can...
Planning ahead is important during gray divorce
Making a major life change on a whim is rarely a good idea. Ohio residents may find it more beneficial to consider the pros and cons and possible ramifications of their actions before simply deciding to change course. In particular, individuals considering gray...
Where a parent lives after divorce could influence child custody
A person's living arrangements can have a considerable impact on his or her life. If individuals live in areas with high crime rates or other negative aspects, it could affect their well-being. Even the size of a person's home could have such effects, which is why...
How do the courts decide who gets what in an Ohio divorce?
One of the biggest uncertainties that come with a divorce is not knowing how the courts will handle your personal assets. Not knowing if you could walk away from your marriage with very little can leave you feeling like you don't have many options. Also, inaccurate...
Divorce may cause anxiety, behavior changes in kids
It is not unusual for people to hope that they will have a happily ever after. For some Ohio residents, it may seem as if their marriage will not lead to that happy ending they had envisioned. Of course, being married is not the only source of happiness in life, and...
Understanding COBRA coverage
As you prepare into enter into your divorce proceedings in Cincinnati, you mat begin to start to look more and more at what yours and your kids’ lives will be like once your marriage has officially ended. Many in your position (who were not the primary income...