A parent is always in pursuit of whatever it takes to protect their child. But when it’s the parent posing as an imminent threat to their child, you know things have gone for the worst. When the animosity in a divorce is too palpable, domestic violence may come into...
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Child Custody
Are your child’s custody wishes considered in your Ohio divorce?
Caught in your divorce crossfire are a multitude of people who care about you and your spouse, but no one’s more severely hit than your child. So, if their future is in the middle of a highly contentious custody battle, do they have a voice in the decision-making...
Can you deny visitation if your co-parent withholds support?
When the family court rules on child support and child visitation orders, it does so in the best interests of the child and with the expectation that both parties will obey the orders. And while some divorced couples are able to put aside their differences and focus...
Thinking about modifying your parenting agreement?
When you and your child’s other parent decided to end your romantic relationship, the court likely required you to enter into a co-parenting agreement – sometimes referred to as a parenting plan or a parenting time arrangement – as part of your broader child custody...
4 mistakes to avoid when seeking custody of your child
When filing for divorce, many issues must be addressed. One issue that is often contested is child custody. If you are seeking custody of your child, there are certain mistakes you should avoid to ensure you don’t hurt your case. 1. Not focusing on your child’s...
What are the signs of parental alienation?
When parents who share a child are no longer on good terms, one of the decisions they will have to make is how to raise their child. Most often, the family court will encourage an arrangement where parents work out a parenting plan that serves the child’s best...
My ex is interfering with the custody order. What do I do?
If parents who share a child split up, the issue of the child’s living arrangement going forward becomes increasingly important. Depending on the specifics of your divorce, the court might award primary custody to one parent while the other is awarded visitation...
Co-parenting tips for the months ahead when you’re newly divorced
If you just got divorced, you’re settling into a co-parenting relationship. If you’re going through a divorce right now, you’re probably debating what that co-parenting relationship is going to look like and what sort of custody rules you’re going to be using. Either...
Handling custody arrangements during the school year
The school year can bring a unique set of challenges for divorced or separated parents. Custody arrangements that worked during the summer months may need adjustments once school is back in session. Here are some tips for handling child custody during the school year....
My ex won’t let me see my child: What do I do?
When a couple that shares children divorce, the law expects both parties to work out a parenting plan that fosters a healthy bond with the kids. The goal is to ensure that the children’s best interest is preserved even after the breakdown of the family unit. A...