This men's guide to divorce is intended for Ohio men facing divorce. Understanding your rights and responsibilities during divorce can help you protect your assets and make the process less complicated. Divorce can be a painful process, but knowing your rights will alleviate some of the tension you feel about the legal process.
Ohio Divorce Law for Men
Divorce for men is different than for women. If you are an Ohio man dealing with a pending divorce or considering whether to file for divorce, these facts may help you assess your case:
- Ohio law allows for the following grounds for divorce: no fault; incompatibility; living separately for one year; willful absence; adultery; cruelty; imprisonment; and several other at fault grounds.
- If your case goes to court, a judge will make decisions as to the important issues such as child custody and property division based on evidence presented by both sides, the desires of the parties and agreements made by them. A judge will try to determine what is fair based on the facts you present.
- Child custody is determined based on the desires of the parties and the interest of the child or children. The child's best interest is always to first and foremost consideration.
- You have the right to handle your divorce case outside of court. If you do this, you must come to agreements on all issues of your divorce with your spouse. This can work well if a couple can remain reasonable and refrain from letting their emotions run wild. Collaborative or mediation divorce helps couples take back control in their case and save time and money. If children are involved, committing to a collaborative divorce can greatly enhance and commence a positive relationship for child rearing from separate houses.
A divorce lawyer will help you understand the issues that are special to your case. Each case is handled according the facts of the marriage and the parties. You should play a part in deciding what is right for you.
Getting Legal Help
If you need help filing your Ohio divorce petition, contact an experienced family law attorney today. An attorney can help you figure out what the likely outcome will be in your divorce case as to issues such as child custody, child support, spousal support, division of property and other issues special to your case.
