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Divorce and Dissolutions

Separation and Divorce

Ohio residents have the option of terminating their marriage through dissolution which requires advance mutual agreement, or through divorce.

Parenting

In all divorce actions where there are minor children the Court will allocate parental rights and responsibilities for the care of the children.

Support

Parents owe their biological or adopted children a legal duty of support. This means they must financially support their child.

Divide Assets and Debts

When a marriage is terminated, marital property and debts must be divided. Each party is required to file financial disclosure forms.