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What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in Ohio?
An Ohio divorce should be filed in the court of common pleas. (Ohio Revised Code, Title 31, Chapter 3105, Section 3105.011) An Ohio court has jurisdiction over a divorce proceeding if … more
What Are the Laws in Ohio About How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
An Ohio Court will divide property equitably when a couple divorces. The court may consider the following in making an equitable distribution of marital property: (1) The duration of the … more
What are Grounds for Divorce in Ohio?
In Ohio, a court may grant a divorce if it finds: (1) either spouse had a living spouse at the time they were married; (2) one spouse willfully deserted the other for at least one year; (3) … more

Custody Evaluations
It is not uncommon for divorced or separated parents to disagree over which parent should have custody of their children. When parents are fighting over custody of their children, one parent or the other may ask the judge to order a custody evaluation. The results of a custody evaluation can give the judge important information about the parents and the children, and also can make a … more
When and How do Courts Order Spousal Support?
When married couples divorce, courts have the authority to order that one spouse pay the other spouse spousal support. Spousal support, which is also known as alimony or maintenance, is meant to protect a spouse’s standard of living. It is usually provided to spouses who have been out of the workforce during the marriage, who have taken part time jobs during the marriage, or … more