Welcome to the Beth Silverman & Associates Family Law Blog
Through this blog we hope to provide a better understanding of the processes and laws relating to divorce, dissolutions, custody, support and juvenile court matters.
Disclaimer
The information and materials on this blog are provided for general informational purposes only and are not intended to be legal advice. The law changes frequently and varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Being general in nature, the information and materials provided may not apply to any specific factual and/or legal set of circumstances. No attorney-client relationship is formed nor should any such relationship be implied. Nothing on this blog is intended to substitute for the advice of an attorney, especially an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction. If you require legal advice, please consult with a competent attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.
When Can The Child Decide?
When discussing issues of custody and parenting time, a very common question is “at what age does my child get to decide where he or she lives” or alternatively, “when can my child decide when he or she wants to see the other parent.” There is a common misconception...
The Role Of The Family Relations Specialist In Collaborative Divorce
When a couple decides on a collaborative divorce, each party must engage his or her own attorney; preferably an attorney who has been trained in the collaborative model. There are other professionals that can be engaged and it is up to the parties and their attorneys...
Is it Important to Establish Paternity in Ohio?
When a child is born to married parents or within 300 days of the termination of a marriage, there is a legal presumption that the husband is the father of the child. However, it is increasingly common that children are born to unmarried parents. In this case, there...
Where is Custody Determined if My Child Lives In Another State?
In custody determinations, there is often a question of which state has the power to make decisions for a child, or in legal terms, “has jurisdiction”. The issue presents itself when parents live in two different states, or both parents leave the state where an...
Can I Legally Change My Child’s Name?
Parents can petition the Court to legally change their child’s name. Such petitions are filed through the Probate Court. If both parents agree that the change is in the child’s best interest, it is a simple process involving basic paperwork and a filing fee. However,...
Who Gets to Claim the Children as Dependents for Tax Purposes after Divorce?
One question that often comes up for a divorcing couple is: which parent gets to claim the child as a dependent for tax purposes? Usually, spouses negotiate and are able to agree upon which parent will claim the child as a dependent. If there are two children, some...
Is Legal Separation Right for Me?
There are many reasons why a client might consider a legal separation. Here, we will explain exactly what a legal separation is, and a few of the common reasons people seek to enter into a legal separation. First, it should be noted that a legal separation is not the...
Do Parents Have Legal Obligations to Emancipated Children?
While it is true that Ohio Courts are prohibited from issuing orders regarding the care and support of children after they turn 18 or graduate from high school, whichever occurs later, the Court can enforce agreements that parents make with one another. Many parents...
You Need Not Worry That Custody Decisions Are Permanent
At the termination of a marriage, parents are encouraged to reach agreements about the care of their children, to avoid the court making those decisions. One of the biggest worries parents have, whether reaching their own agreement, or allowing the court to do so, is...
Can I Relocate During or After My Divorce?
Often after a divorce is completed, or even during the process of obtaining a divorce, one of the parties may consider moving. In most cases, such a move is simply out of the marital residence and into a new residence within the same community or within the same...