Prenuptial agreements, most often referred to as “Prenups,” tend to have an unfair reputation as a societal matter. In fact, it’s not uncommon for critics of prenuptial agreements to view them as the most pessimistic way to start a marriage—in effect, signaling the...
October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, shedding light on a pressing concern that continues to plague Ohio. Recent reports paint a distressing picture of the persistent issue of domestic violence in the state. Around two years ago, KJK published an article...
It’s a commonly repeated refrain when a breakup occurs following an engagement or marriage: “You better keep that ring!” But, what legal right does a former spouse or former fiancé actually have to retain an engagement ring at the conclusion of a relationship? Or, put...
It’s no secret that, for many, pets are viewed as members of the family. When you consider the day-to-day relationship between pet and owner, this reality makes complete and total sense. To be sure, just as human family members live together, spend time together, and...
While vacations offer a wonderful way for families to spend quality time together as well as relax and recharge, for a parent who is separated from his or her spouse or is otherwise navigating a co-parenting relationship, traveling with shared children can be...
Co-Parenting with a Very Young Child Without a doubt, making the decision to physically separate from your spouse and/or partner is extremely difficult. It’s not a decision that anyone takes lightly, nor is there ever a perfect way or time to do it. When a shared...
There’s no question that caring for a sick child is no easy feat – add into the mix the inherent challenges presented by separated parents, and it can create a recipe for additional stress and chaos. In order to see these difficulties play out, one needs to look no...
In any child custody lawsuit in Ohio, there are two major matters that underpin each and every child custody order. In particular: What is the relevant custodial arrangement? What is the governing parenting time schedule? Notably, parties to a child custody lawsuit...
You’ve made the difficult decision to end your marriage to your spouse. You’ve done your research and found and retained a domestic relations attorney that understands and shares your goals and objectives about the process to terminate your marriage. Now what? In many...
Britney Spears’ Ongoing Legal Matters In recent years, there has been no shortage of news coverage about pop singer Britney Spears and her ongoing legal matters. Notably, despite the very public nature of the turmoil that has surrounded Ms. Spears for quite some time...