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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: We both make close to the same amount of money, will there be alimony? We both own the house, what happens?

My husband and i are currently in marriage counselling and I fear that a divorce might be the result. Any guidance to make this as financially friendly and peaceful as possible, is greatly appreciated. We do not have kids, only 2 cats.

Bridget Sciscento
Bridget Sciscento
answered on Mar 14, 2023

It's difficult to say based on the small amount of information provided whether or not a Court would be likely to award spousal support. This is decided based on about a dozen factors; however, differential in income is one factor (and usually the most important). The Court will consider... View More

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Q: Do I as the petitioner need to file in my county or his county? we orginally got married in California.
Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Feb 20, 2023

Your county.

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Divorce, Collections and Communications Law for Ohio on
Q: If FBI blocked SSN who's responsible for the fraud thiefs 2016 Cambridge university of surveillance Brian Wayne Ellis

European council offered me settlement I declined it . Arbitration in California, well someone signed it. Not me. Millions gone plus insurance and I have a few things to prove how email address was used ssn no!

Barry W. Kaufman
Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Feb 7, 2023

This sounds like one big scam. There was never any money, you were never going to get anything from the "European Council", whatever that is.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: If I need to get emergency full custody of my daughter to get her out of an abusive situation, how do I go about it?

I was divorced in one county in Ohio, I live in another county in Ohio and my daughter lives in another county in Ohio different than the divorce and myself. She is in an abusive situation with her mom and her mom's family, including sexual abuse by her stepdad. I really need help and... View More

Roger  Bouchard
Roger Bouchard
answered on Feb 3, 2023

You can file for an emergency custody order. Generally, your motion has to state the child is in imminent danger.

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Q: If my wife and I are starting to work through a divorce. do I stay in the house?

My wife indicates she is seeking a divorce. she has stated I should pack and move out. I pay the mortgage and utilities, my wife does not currently have a job.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 30, 2023

You need to talk to a lawyer ASAP. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local divorce attorney who can review your situation and advise you of your rights. Many offer free consultations, so talk to a few and find one to work with. Don't delay.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: What are my rights as far as child support? I wanted a civil dissolution but now ex hasn't helped in 4 months.

My ex moved out in May. He stopped paying on the car i drive months ago and we had an agreement for him to help financially weekly but he stopped back in November and only has our 2 kids overnight 2 times a week. Now he is moving in with his current girlfriend who has 4 kids, 2 seniors 2 freshman,... View More

Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Jan 16, 2023

If you are married, you should file for divorce and seek a temporary child support and spousal support award as part of your filing. If you are not married, you should go to your county's child support enforcement office to obtain an administrative child support award.

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Q: my parents are getting dicorced soon and idk how to convince the court in unsafe at my moms and abused with no pictures

the divorce might be this summer but idk, im scared my dad wont get custody and my mom will hurt me for trying to live with him, i never get a chance. to record her or anything and she isnt psychically abusive, but i have been sent to mental wards twice because of the stree, im only 13 and i want... View More

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answered on Jan 5, 2023

Your father needs to seek a guardian ad litem to represent you in the divorce. Talk to the guardian once they are appointed and tell them this information. It is very likely that the guardian will recommend custody to your father if they hear you say that, even without proof.

If you are...
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Q: Is using a false address on a marriage license application enough to consider a marriage invalid in Lake County Ohio?

Both parties lived out of Ohio state as US citizens at the time of application but spouse listed a false former Lake County address on the application. Marriage ceremony took place in Lake County, OH. Provide Next Steps Please.

Peter Christopher Lomtevas
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answered on Dec 27, 2022

We cannot provide legal advice and guidance here. Ohio does not require residency to marry. Outsiders simply file for a marriage license in the county where the ceremony will take place. Using an old address means nothing. Also, there are no easy outs. An error in providing pedigree information... View More

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Q: Can I switch the title over to my car to someone else's name
Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Dec 22, 2022

Why are you doing this? The short answer is "yes", but there can be consequences to doing this if it is in the context of a divorce. If you are doing it pre-divorce, and transferring for no value, then the court can make you pay back the marital equity to your spouse in the divorce as you... View More

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Q: So my wife's mom is getting divorced they have been married since 2019 but they are getting divorced on mutual agreement

They don't have children together she has 2 13 year old boys and the husband has 1 14 year old girl and they do have shared Bank accounts

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Nov 15, 2022

If both spouses agree on everything, they can proceed as a dissolution which is simpler, quicker, and cheaper. But each spouse still needs their own separate attorney. She can use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local family law attorney to answer questions and prepare documents for the... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Bankruptcy for Ohio on
Q: I am a cosigner on a car loan for my ex husband in the process of divorce and he is purposely not paying the loan

To ruin my credit he won't pay for it I have text to prove it as well

W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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W. J. Winterstein Jr.
answered on Oct 29, 2022

Probably your most effective path to redress this problem is through your divorce lawyer and the domestic relations court. From the outset of a divorce case, or shortly thereafter, the court deals with the issue of temporary support, or support pendente lite, and that involves, in part, the... View More

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Q: Legally still married but separated does the husband have a right to be at a house only the wife is on the lease?

The wife doesn’t want him there

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Oct 24, 2022

If there are no court orders, then both spouses have equal access to the marital residence. It doesn't matter whose name is on the deed or lease. If a divorce is filed, then a spouse can ask the court for exclusive access to keep the other spouse away. But the judge doesn't have to agree.

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Q: My husband and I wish to remain co-owners on the tiles of the mortgaged properties we own after divorce?

We have an uncontested divorce (dissolution) filed for Cuyahoga County, OH. We own two mortgaged properties in which we are both on the titles. I do not make enough money to buy out his interest in either property, nor do I earn enough income to qualify for refinancing on either property. He agrees... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Oct 19, 2022

Your property agreements can be made a part of your divorce decree through a separation agreement. While everyone is playing nice this sort of thing is easily resolved. But you should both be aware that anything you put into a court order can be enforced by the other party so you may want to be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: hello I need a temporary custody agreement and uncontested divorce.
Sarah P. Oberer
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Sarah P. Oberer
answered on Oct 14, 2022

If you'd like to file for divorce, contact a lawyer that can help and guide you with the process. Divorces are uncontested only when the opposing party does not want to or fails to contest any issues. However, if you both agree on all issues, then you may be able to file a dissolution instead... View More

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Q: Can i get a free divorce? My husband is in jail for child endangerment and sexual imposition this is on a minor.

My daughter was removed from my home cause of the sexual imposition. my daughter had talked to cps and he had said some things to make her feel uncomfortable and unsafe. she is now back in my home since he has been arrested.

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Oct 11, 2022

Check with your local domestic relations court. Some have clinics with volunteer lawyers to help those who do not have an attorney. Otherwise, use the Find a Lawyer tab to talk to some local divorce attorneys. Many offer free consultations.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Divorce for Ohio on
Q: If my husband purchased our home before we were married, and I am not on the mortgage, am I also financially responsible

We are divorcing. Can I record a Quit Claim deed to him for my marital equity prior to divorce so I can obtain another home?

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Oct 6, 2022

The divorce will divide assets, equity, and debts between the spouses, to determine who gets what and who pays what. A Quit Claim Deed would not be effective until after the divorce has been finalized by the court. Talk to your divorce attorney about it, or use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a... View More

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Q: My wife filed for divorce. The papers were sent a month ago via certified mail. I have not received the papers.

The tracking indicates it is running late, but on the way. When I checked with the post office they said I should have received it by now, it was probably destroyed by their sorting machines. Not sure how to proceed or who to contact. I do not have an attorney due to finances. I let her and her... View More

Raquel Ann Parish
Raquel Ann Parish
answered on Oct 5, 2022

The Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure require that service must be completed on the opposing party prior to the court making any final rulings in the case. There is nothing to do until the papers are received from the post office, sheriff or process server. Parties who avoid service can be served by... View More

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Q: If I purchased a home in Ohio before marriage, do I get to keep the home in a divorce?
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Sep 19, 2022

Possibly, but the home would be considered marital properly, so your spouse could be entitled to some portion of its equity in the division of marital property in a divorce. It depends on whose funds were used to pay for maintenance, insurance, etc. for the home and other factors, and all the... View More

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Q: My adult granddaughter has a court date for Sept. 9th to finalize her dissolution of marriage, in Greene County Ohio.

The court says if he does not show on court day, they cannot do anything. The husband just informed my granddaughter that he is moving to Kentucky. He says he will be there for court, but we know better. What can she do to get this uncontested, all signed, in agreement, dissolution done on court... View More

Raquel Ann Parish
Raquel Ann Parish
answered on Sep 1, 2022

In order for a Dissolution in Ohio to be finalized both parties must sign all documents and appear to give their consent to the Dissolution at the Dissolution hearing. Some counties allow Zoom, Whatsapp or Bluejeans video attendance if one party cannot appear in person. Parties should contact the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: I need help I'm homeless and low income. Illegal lock out and She lied on equity at the divorce. I had no lawyer

Divorced 9/07/2021 in Ohio she was awarded the house but never finished the quick deed. I never signed a quick deed.My name is on mortgage and as of now it is still on the deed. She can't refinance cause she bought a new car after the divorce. The morgage company keeps calling due to missed... View More

Raquel Ann Parish
Raquel Ann Parish
answered on Aug 22, 2022

Parties to a Divorce can file a Motion under Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure 60 B to request the court to grant relief from a Divorce or Dissolution judgment or order. Motions can be filed based on mistakes; inadvertence; excusable neglect; newly discovered evidence; fraud; etc. The motion shall be... View More

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