Toledo, OH asked in Landlord - Tenant for Ohio

Q: How can I legally remove my ex from my home?

My ex is refusing to move out and now is starting to make my life miserable. She pushes me to the point where I am scared of what I might do, and will antagonize me telling me she's not scared, she'll call the cops. I need her to move out and move on. How can I do this? The mortgage is in my name. She has a couple of utilities in hers, but I plan on taking ownership ASAP. Please help!

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Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
Answered
  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: If she is an ex-wife, and you now are the sole owner of the house from the divorce, then you can file with the domestic relations court to get an order for her to leave, or you can file an eviction. If you were not married, and her name is not on the deed, then you must evict her. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney to review the situation and advise you.

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