Pay To Stay In Jail
Many county jails in Ohio have a pay to stay in jail policy. The ACLU issued a report on this practice, stating... Read More
Child Custody In Ohio
How is child custody decided in Ohio? These issues are decided by domestic relations and juvenile courts in Ohio. For disputes between... Read More
When Can Grandparents Take Custody Of A Child?
When can grandparents take custody of a child? A nonparent can be awarded custody of a minor child if the court makes... Read More
Can Something Be Done To Keep Me Out Of Jail?
When people accused of a crime come into my office, they often ask “can something be done to keep me out of... Read More
What Do You Do When Pulled Over By The Police?
What do you do when pulled over by the police? This really depends on the situation, but there are some tips that... Read More
What Do Those Words In My Child Support Order Mean?
There are a lot of technical terms in a child support order that can lead a parent to ask, “What do those... Read More
What Factors Does A Court Use To Decide Child Custody?
What factors does a court use to decide child custody and parenting time? The following from Ohio Revised Code 3109.051 (R.C. 3109.051) sets... Read More
Can I Record My Child’s Wishes?
One may ask, “Can I record my child’s wishes?” The answer is no. Ohio Revised Code 3109.04 (R.C. 3109.04) specifically prohibits the... Read More
Child Support Deviation
When does a court consider a child support deviation? Normally, child support follows a specific formula as set forth in Ohio Revised... Read More
Parental Rights
I often get asked what parental rights parents have when they are married, unmarried or have a child support order in place. ... Read More