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Dissolution vs. Divorce
Child Support
Dissolution v. Divorce:
A dissolution is an agreed termination of a marriage by both parties. A dissolution requires both the husband and wife to work together through their attorneys to reach an agreement on all issues before the case is filed.
The primary document of a dissolution is the Separation Agreement. This is a legally enforceable contract between the parties and will address custody, child support, property division and spousal support.
Once the paperwork is finished, the dissolution can be filed with the Court. A hearing date is set and the parties will appear before the Court.
A divorce, on the other hand, is much alike any other lawsuit. A complaint is filed with the Court. The Plaintiff is the party that first filed for divorce, and the Defendant is the party that the divorce was filed against. The Defendant will typically file an answer and counterclaim making the divorce “contested.”
The first step in a divorce is to get Temporary Orders filed that will establish child custody, visitation, support and payment of marital obligations. The Temporary Orders are in effect while the case is pending.
A pretrial will be scheduled and the attorneys will begin the process of Discovery. Discovery is the stage where relevant facts are uncovered through depositions, interrogatories, request for production, subpoenas and investigations.
The case will proceed either to settlement or to trial, depending on the parties abilities to reconcile their differences.
If you are considering filing for a divorce, please contact us for a consultation. If your spouse has filed a divorce against you, you have a limited amount of time in which to file your answer and should seek counsel immediately. If you and your spouse wish to file for a dissolution, please contact us. Our phone number is 419-625-6740. You may contact us to set up an appointment to speak with an attorney regarding your case.
Child Support:
Child Support in Ohio is calculated using a statutory schedule based upon the income of the parties, the number of children and other factors. This schedule is commonly referred to as the “Child Support Guidelines.”
There are two statutory child support worksheets. One is for sole residential parent, and the other is for a joint-parenting order. Child Support Orders are payable until the child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever occurs last.
Modifications of child support may be made so long as the court maintains jurisdiction over the child. Statutorily, a change in income of more than 10% would result in a new Child Support Order.
If you have any questions regarding child support, please feel free to contact us. Our phone number is 419-625-6740. You may contact us to set up an appointment to speak with an attorney regarding your case.
Disclaimer:
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