“What information do you need from us to write our wills?” is the most common question we get regarding preparing a will. While every family situation is different, following is a good list of information for a will consultation with your family lawyer:
“I don’t know.” How often do you hear an attorney utter those words? When you see attorneys on TV and in movies, you rarely hear it. Yet, the reality is, knowing what we know, and knowing what we don’t know, is one of the most important parts of advising our client. Without knowing …
Many parents that separate, or have never been married to each other, often want to solve custody issues outside of court. Reasons vary, but most people seeking solutions that don’t involve an official court process agree on how they want to divide their parental responsibilities and do not think a court needs to sign off …
“Can I adopt my spouse’s child?” “Can I adopt my domestic partner’s child?” “What is the process for a stepparent adoption?” These are common questions that we get at Eques, Inc, and I wanted to provide a brief overview of the topic. First, in Ohio, to qualify for a “stepparent adoption”, …
At White Law Office, Co., it is our mission to help educate our clients and help answer some of the most difficult questions they may have. Included herein is a list of common family law questions that we often help answer for our clients. What is the difference between a divorce and a legal separation? …
Probate is the legal process of administering a person’s estate after their death, ensuring assets are distributed to the next heir, and satisfying any liabilities. In my experience, everyone would like to avoid probate, where possible. It can be costly and time-consuming; an added difficulty for a family experiencing a loss. Here is a …
On the surface, calculating child support in the state of Ohio seems fairly easy. The state has an official formula and an official worksheet, and there are numerous programs available online to calculate what should be the result. Yet, time and time again, the order from the court will not match this calculation and leave …
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