The initiation of the legal process also opens the opportunity to seek temporary orders to address restraining orders, spousal assistance, attorney fee payment, and the needs of any children.
The filing of the complaint also initiates the legal process and opens the opportunity to conduct discovery on your spouse to ensure all assets and debts, as well as other matters, are identified and addressed properly in the case. Many spouses are surprised by the findings from discovery, so it is an important step. From this point on, hearings are held by the court to monitor the status of the case. But, all issues related to the marriage are resolved by a written agreement between the parties, a trial, or a combination of the two (when some issues can be agreed upon, while others cannot). Finally, the case terminates with an order from the court directing how the issues of the marriage are to be resolved, with appropriate consideration for any full or partial agreements reached along the way by the parties. The divorce process, when viewed at this level, seems very simple - and it can be at times. However, when a divorce is filed, rather than a dissolution, it is a warning sign that the case has the potential to become complex. Therefore, it is prudent for a litigant to retain counsel experienced both in divorce law and litigation practice to protect your interests. If you are ready to move forward with that process, we ask you to consider using our services. You can reach us through the “Contact” link above. This is ADVERTISING MATERIAL ONLY. Disclaimer: All articles and blog posts are for informational purposes only. This information was current as of the date above. The information does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for hiring an attorney to review your specific legal issue. By reading this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and The Fogelman Law Firm LLC. To form an attorney client relationship, you must contact us, appear for a consultation, and sign a retention agreement before this firm will represent you. Divorce cases and post-divorce issues are complicated and emotional experiences. But, like all cases, the issues within your case are resolved in one of two straightforward ways: through a settlement between the parties or litigation over the issues. In a divorce, litigation nearly always involves a trial.
The big question during post-filing and pretrial discussions is always whether the parties should choose trial or settlement. Settlement is great, when it works in your favor. But sometimes settlement requires concessions that simply should not be made. In those cases, the benefits of trial should be carefully discussed and considered. Those without sufficient knowledge about family law believe that concessions only include issues related to giving up assets you might be entitled to, taking on responsibility for debts you are not liable for, or accepting less control over time and decisions for your children than you ought to have. But the decision to try an issue, rather than settle it also include lesser considered issues. Some of these issues are:
When considering all of these factors, among others, sometimes a compromise through settlement makes good sense. When it does not, though, it is important to be prepared to understand the issues above and move forward with trial. The divorce process in Ohio is controlled, in large part, by Ohio statute. Ohio statute also sets forth the residency requirements that dictate when Ohio can legally hear your divorce complaint.
A divorce can be resolved by agreement between the parties. However, if parties are unable to reach an agreement by themselves, they can try the their unresolved issue or issues to the court. The court will then issue an order that resolves the dispute between the parties and finalizes the divorce. There are several ways spouses might be able to separate in Ohio. Generally speaking, though, spouses turn to one of two ways to terminate their marriage: A divorce or a dissolution. See our blog posting on Ways to Legally Terminate your Marriage for additional information on the other ways to terminate a marriage.. Four issues are addressed in most divorces. First, and the issue that must be resolved in all cases, is division of marital property -- all marital assets and marital debts. Next, many marriages involve children, which adds two other broad issues for resolution: parenting time and child support. And, finally,spousal support must be addressed when terminating a marriage. Spouses must be thorough in addressing their issues during divorce to ensure everything is properly dealt with. Otherwise, the divorce case may need to be re-opened and begun again to address the missed issue or issues. Although, sometimes, missing an issue forever bars it from reconsideration by the court, which can have serious harm to the spouse. If you are ready to move forward with considering the divorce process, we ask you to consider using our services. You can reach us through the “Contact” link above. This is ADVERTISING MATERIAL ONLY. Disclaimer: All articles and blog posts are for informational purposes only. This information was current as of the date above. The information does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for hiring an attorney to review your specific legal issue. By reading this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and The Fogelman Law Firm LLC. To form an attorney client relationship, you must contact us, appear for a consultation, and sign a retention agreement before this firm will represent you. The divorce process in Ohio is controlled, in large part, by Ohio statute. Ohio statute also sets forth the residency requirements that dictate when Ohio can legally hear your divorce complaint.
A divorce can be resolved by agreement between the parties. However, if parties are unable to reach an agreement by themselves, they can try their unresolved issue or issues to the court. The court will then issue an order that resolves the dispute between the parties and finalizes the divorce. There are several ways spouses might be able to separate in Ohio. Generally speaking, though, spouses turn to one of two ways to terminate their marriage: A divorce or a dissolution. See our article on Ways to Legally Terminate your Marriage for additional information on the other ways to terminate a marriage.. Four issues are addressed in most divorces. First, and the issue that must be resolved in all cases, is division of marital property — all marital assets and marital debts. Next, many marriages involve children, which adds two other broad issues for resolution: parenting time and child support. And, finally, spousal support must be addressed when terminating a marriage. Spouses must be thorough in addressing their issues during divorce to ensure everything is properly dealt with. If an issue is missed, the divorce case may need to be re-opened and begun again to address the missed issue or issues. Although, sometimes, missing an issue forever bars it from consideration by the court, which may cause serious harm. This is ADVERTISING MATERIAL ONLY. Disclaimer: All articles and blog posts are for informational purposes only. This information was current as of the date above. The information does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for hiring an attorney to review your specific legal issue. By reading this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and The Fogelman Law Firm LLC. To form an attorney client relationship, you must contact us, appear for a consultation, and sign a retention agreement before this firm will represent you. HOW SHOULD YOU TELL YOUR CHILDREN ABOUT YOUR DIVORCE?While divorce is the best option for you and your ex-spouse, the idea of talking to your children about this choice may cause you to worry. Discussing this topic with your children does not have to be scary, since there are many ways to approach it with respect and understanding. BE OPEN TO DISCUSSIONSAccording to Psychology Today, some parents worry about their children not confiding their true feelings in them. Worries about where they are going to live or what the future looks like can be stressful for children, especially younger ones. In order to prevent this, encourage them to ask questions and talk with you about their inner thoughts. PICK YOUR WORDS CAREFULLYWhen breaking the news, take care to give a straightforward and respectful explanation for why you and your ex-spouse chose to divorce. While some children may be mature enough to handle parts of the truth, you do not need to discuss the more personal details or disagreements you two had. Keep the description child-appropriate and factual. EXPLAIN WHAT WILL NOT CHANGEChildren may only see the negatives in this situation, and may even blame themselves for somehow causing a divorce. Explain gently to them that this is not true, and make sure to spend extra time alone together doing activities that they enjoy.
This added support and bonding will help reassure them that you will always be there for them, whether they live at your residence or your ex-spouse’s. Divorce can be a tricky subject to talk about, but choosing your words carefully and taking time to reassure your children can help it go smoothly. This is ADVERTISING MATERIAL ONLY. Disclaimer: All articles and blog posts are for informational purposes only. This information was current as of the date above. The information does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for hiring an attorney to review your specific legal issue. By reading this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and The Fogelman Law Firm LLC. To form an attorney client relationship, you must contact us, appear for a consultation, and sign a retention agreement before this firm will represent you. |
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