Month: April 2023
How mediation adapts to address blended families in divorce
Blended families, where parents bring children from previous relationships, are more common today. This creates new challenges in divorce mediation, as families need plans that work for all children involved. Ohio’s family laws allow mediation to help parents reach...
Benefits of Collaborative Divorce
One of the most, if not the most, important benefit of the Collaborative Process, is how it is designed to lessen adversarial conflict between the parties. The traditional adversarial litigation/Court model of divorce proceedings often creates an environment that...
Is my spouse entitled to half my business after a divorce?
When facing a divorce, the fate of your business can be a significant concern. The division of property, including business assets, depends on whether the business falls under the category of marital or separate property. Understanding this distinction is crucial in...
A Rational Approach To The 3 Biggest Areas Of Concern For Divorce
When couples separate, or divorce, spouses must find a way to resolve their differences on all relevant issues. Collaborative Practice is designed to minimize conflict while working together toward those resolutions. Parties to divorce, their attorneys and any other...
8 Tips For Avoiding Financial Disaster During Your Divorce
Divorce can be a financial disaster for both parties. However, with good planning you can reduce your financial risk substantially. Here are some planning tips for an impending divorce. Perform good record keeping - Collect all your financial records. If you are...
Do you have to sell your home in a divorce?
When going through a divorce, the division of marital property is a key concern. These discussions often focus on the family home, which is usually the most valuable asset. Ohio courts follow equitable distribution principles, meaning the division is fair but not...
How can a collaborative divorce benefit your family?
Divorce can be a difficult and painful process, often filled with conflicts over finances, property and child custody. These disagreements can escalate quickly, leading to stress and long-lasting animosity. When children are involved, the stakes are even higher, as...
Dealing with taxes from dividing investment assets during divorce
Divorce is a challenging process that involves not just emotional struggles but also significant financial decisions. In Ohio, the court divides marital property in a way that it considers fair, but not necessarily equal. One of the most complicated aspects of...
How a collaborative approach to divorce could save your business
Divorce is a challenging time for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for business owners. The impact of a divorce can extend far beyond personal lives, affecting the stability and future of a business. Adopting a collaborative approach to divorce can help...
Do you need a lawyer in a collaborative divorce?
Collaborative divorces have been increasingly gaining popularity in the United States in recent years. This trend reflects a growing desire among couples to avoid the emotional and financial toll often associated with traditional divorce litigation. The appeal of this...
