Child Custody

After divorce, a parent may get a job offer or family support in another country. Moving abroad with a child, however, can affect the other parent's time with the child. In Ohio, a parent should check the custody order before making plans to move. The rules depend on...

When a co-parent refuses to follow a court-ordered parenting-time schedule, it can disrupt your child’s routine and create stress for everyone involved. It can also lead to conflict between parents and confusion about what happens next. In Ohio, you may be able to ask...

Divorce or separation can leave parents wondering how much their child's wishes matter during a custody case. Many people assume a child can simply choose where to live at a certain age. Ohio law takes a more balanced approach. A child's preference may matter, but it...

Parenting schedules can become more complicated when one parent works in a profession with long or unpredictable hours, such as being a surgeon. Surgeons often have demanding schedules that may include emergency procedures, overnight shifts and on-call...

If you and your spouse adopted a child together and are now facing a divorce, you may wonder whether the adoption changes anything about how custody will work. It is a fair question that this post will address. Adopted children hold the same legal standing Under Ohio...

Magistrates play a major role in Ohio family courts and often hear evidence in divorce, custody, and support matters before issuing written magistrate’s decisions. These decisions recommend outcomes but do not resolve the case on their own. If you disagree with a...

When a child is conceived while you and your spouse move through a divorce, the situation may feel confusing. Ohio law has clear rules for deciding parental rights. Understanding these rules helps you know what to expect. How Ohio treats paternity during a pending...

Establishing paternity is an important step for parents who want to ensure their child has legal rights and benefits. In Ohio, this process also helps both parents share responsibilities and build a strong foundation for their child’s future. Understanding how to...

Parental abduction happens when one parent keeps a child from the other parent without legal authority. In Ohio, this action can create serious legal consequences. Even if both parents share responsibility for their child, one parent cannot take matters into their own...

Ohio sets clear guidelines about who can and cannot adopt. For couples living together but not legally married, questions often arise about whether one partner can adopt the other’s child. Understanding how the law approaches this situation can help clarify the...