I like to say that in the United States, everyone is a lawyer, or rather thinks they are. It is funny how laypersons are more comfortable giving legal advice than attorneys are (we know the consequences). For this reason, I…
There are two ways to end a marriage in the State of Ohio, dissolution and divorce. When performing intake with new potential clients, I usually ask if the person knows the distinction between a dissolution and divorce in Ohio. I…
This blog has reiterated several themes and maxims, and for this post I thought I would focus on perhaps the most important piece of advice I can give in the domestic relations context. There is absolutely no excuse for violence…
No uniform definition has yet been broadly accepted to define “high conflict divorce”(s), with the field of study almost taking a Potter Stuart “I know it when I see it” approach [see Stuart’s concurring opinion in Jacobellis v. Ohio 378…
Lawyers are all about records. We probably wouldn’t believe in the moon if NASA didn’t keep really good records of it. But in all seriousness, how well a party documents their and the opposing party’s activities frequently decides if…
As the title to this post suggests, the State of Ohio has specifically prescribed certain circumstances when a grandparent may be granted court-ordered visitation of their grandchild(ren). [WARNING: Custody law is very complex and can vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction…
Not everybody loves dogs, but nearly everyone is aware that people who love dogs really love dogs, especially their dog(s). They love them near as much as a child, and let’s admit it, frequently like them more than their children.…
The metaphoric adage I chose is commonly used to indicate that two things do not mix. It is also useful I think to illustrate the natures of alcoholism and marriage. While the latter can put out fires, moderate the two…
Knowledge of and Experience in Domestic Relations When an attorney passes the bar, that attorney is licensed (with a few exceptions) to practice any manner of law in that jurisdiction. Passing the bar exam in and of itself does not…
Here are some common misconceptions parties in family law frequently bring with them. 1. I can quit my job to avoid paying Spousal Support. This is absolutely not the case, and I am extra careful when advising clients of this…
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