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Unmarried couples may struggle if they decide to separate for a few reasons. To start with, they're not protected by the same laws as married couples. This can mean that assets won't be considered shared property and that it's more likely that the pair will have to...
If you're ready to start planning for your estate to grow and benefit your children, now is a great time to do so. Ohio has a number of estate planning laws and regulations that can benefit you given the chance. Take, for example, the estate planning laws that...
Joint custody is becoming an increasingly common option among Ohio parents who make the decision to divorce. As more fathers play an active, hands-on role in child-rearing and fewer mothers stay at home, joint custody is often a logical choice that supports the...
Knowing the difference between a will and trust is important to protecting the people you love. While a will dictates what you'd like to see happen after your death, a trust does more to protect your assets and specific requirements you want people to fulfill. Here's...
Many senior citizens receive love and companionship from dogs, cats and all kinds of critters. There is always the possibility the pet will outlive the owner, and Time recommends including animals in wills. When you sit down with a lawyer to discuss your estate plan,...
Female breadwinners in Ohio may find it financially stressful to divorce their spouses. Since traditional roles have reversed with more men staying at home to care for the children and tend to the needs of the household, some women are now being required to pay...
Unlike many American adults, you took the time to create a will. At the time, you did not have a lot of assets, but your children were small, and you wanted to ensure that they would be taken care of. Many years later, your life situation has changed. Perhaps you have...
The Memorial Day weekend is just over a week away. It is widely recognized as the beginning of summer and families traditionally get together to celebrate. If there’s one thing about family gatherings, a lesson will be learned or secret will be revealed that may...
Probate is an area of the law dealing with wills and inheritances, and the granting of probate is the first step in the process of managing the deceased person's estate. Ohio law does not require a lawyer for the probate process. However, if you are the executor or...
It is never fun to sit down and think about the fact one day you will pass away. However, that is precisely what you need to do when you create a will. Unfortunately, many Americans forego a will because they either forget to do so or do not want to have difficult...