Divorce is when one party files against the other, typically due to disagreements over custody, finances, or property.

Dissolution is a cooperative process where both parties agree on all terms before filing.

Legal separation allows you to remain legally married while living apart and resolving issues like support and custody.

Uncontested cases may resolve in 3–4 months. Contested divorces — especially those involving children, businesses, or real estate — may take 6–12 months or more.

It’s not required, but it’s strongly recommended. We help ensure your agreement is enforceable and that your financial and parental rights are fully protected.

Courts decide custody based on the child’s best interests, considering factors like parental involvement, stability, and each parent’s ability to provide care.

Shared parenting in Ohio doesn’t always mean a 50/50 split. It refers to both parents having legal decision-making authority, with time-sharing arrangements tailored to each family.

Ohio uses a formula based on both parents' incomes, parenting time, and other factors like insurance and childcare expenses.

Yes. You can request a modification of spousal support, custody, or child support if there has been a substantial change in circumstances.

We can file an enforcement or contempt motion. Courts may impose penalties or compel compliance, especially for unpaid support or denied parenting time.

Unmarried fathers must first establish paternity. After that, they can seek custody, parenting time, and decision-making rights through juvenile court.

Yes. Once paternity is established, you can file for child support regardless of marital status.

It’s a legal contract between partners who live together but are not married. It outlines how property and finances will be handled during and after the relationship.

Absolutely. Divorce changes your legal and financial picture. We help clients update estate plans after major life events to reflect current wishes.

Trusts allow you to avoid probate, protect assets, and control how your estate is distributed — especially useful for families with children or blended families.

Yes. Service members and their spouses may face unique issues like dividing military pensions, complying with the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), and dealing with relocation or deployment.

Cases involving businesses, real estate, investments, or professional practices require careful valuation and strategic planning to divide assets fairly.