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Family law is a legal practice area that primarily involves relationships between first-degree relatives. Divorce, child custody, and adoption cases are among those most commonly handled by family lawyers. At the office of Pater, Pater & Halverson Co. in Hamilton, OH, clients frequently ask the experienced family law attorneys a few common questions. If you think you may have a divorce or child custody case on your hands, you may want to learn the basics.

Hamilton Attorneys Answer 4 Common FAQs

1. What Is the Difference Between Divorce & Dissolution?

In the state of Ohio, divorce involves the termination of the marriage through judgment in court. Meanwhile, dissolution occurs when the two parties mutually agree to terminate the marriage, as well as to all terms, including child custody, alimony, and child support. Dissolutions tend to move more quickly through the court.

2. How Do You File for Divorce in Ohio?divorce attorney

To obtain a divorce, the husband or wife must file a complaint in the county that they have lived for at least 90 days prior to filing. The file must cite one of the recognized grounds for divorce in the state of Ohio.

3. What Are the Grounds for Divorce?

In Ohio, individuals may select either a no-fault or fault grounds for divorce. A no-fault ground occurs when both parties cite irreconcilable differences. Fault grounds include adultery, willful absence, extreme cruelty, gross neglect, habitual drug or alcohol abuse, or imprisonment.

4. How Does the Court Determine Child Custody?

In Ohio, the court will attempt to determine the child custody arrangement based on the best interests of the child. Often, the child’s primary caretaker will be granted sole custody but not always. Joint-custody may sometimes be possible if the child can feasibly split time between the parents’ homes.

If you are facing divorce or child custody negotiations, consult the experienced attorneys who can help. The team from Pater, Pater & Halverson Co. offers the individualized support clients need. Combined, the three attorney team possesses over 90 years of experience serving Butler County and beyond. In addition to family law, the attorneys are skilled in estate planning and probate cases. To learn more about the divorce attorneys, visit the website. If you would like to schedule a complimentary consultation, call today at (513) 867-1411.

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