KJK’s Family Law attorneys are committed to navigating you and your family through the uncertainty of separation and divorce. We are creative problem-solvers, aggressive advocates and accomplished attorneys representing individuals and families throughout Northeast Ohio. Many of our clients and/or their spouses are owners or major shareholders of closely held businesses, so we understand the often-complicated issues connected with business valuations and the tax aspects of divorce.
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What We Do
Divorce Attorneys
A divorce is an adversarial legal action between two individuals who are legally married, and the most frequent type of legal matter handled by our Family Law attorneys, who are sensitive to how difficult and emotional these cases can be. Each case is unique and requires particular attention to the details. The purpose of a divorce is to terminate the marriage contract, issue a child custody order, divide marital property and award spousal and child support, if appropriate.
Alternatives to Litigation
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Child Custody
Child custody matters are often the most personal and challenging cases we handle for clients. Each child custody case is unique and often emotionally trying for the parents involved. Let our knowledgeable team of attorneys help you through the most important and stressful time your family will face. Our attorneys have vast experience and expertise in handling child custody disputes, including high-conflict child custody matters involving parental alienation and child abuse.
Child Support
Generally, one parent is required to pay child support to the other parent for the benefit of the minor children. The determination of an appropriate amount of support however can be somewhat complicated –Ohio Courts are now required to consider higher incomes as part of the child support guidelines, as well as the specific amount of parenting time each parent enjoys with the children. If you are facing a child support situation, please contact us to further discuss your case.
Domestic Violence/Civil Protection Orders
Family violence – of any sort – is a scary and difficult subject matter that has become all too common in society. When domestic violence occurs, Our attorneys are trained and experienced to identify and help you find safety and peace if you or a loved one is a victim. Please contact us to discuss your options and take action to defend your family against domestic violence.
Litigation
There are some cases that cannot be resolved by agreement and must be presented to a court to decide the dispute. During this process, decisions are made by a judge or magistrate in the form of a court order. This order is legally binding, and both parties must comply with the order as it is written.
Post-Decree Matters
You may need to modify child support, change custody or parenting time terms or even seek to hold your ex-spouse in contempt of court for failing to follow through with the terms of the decree of divorce or dissolution. If you are in need of assistance with a family law matter that has occurred after your divorce or dissolution is completed, call us, we can help.
Prenuptial Agreements
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Spousal Support
Spousal support (also commonly known as “alimony”) is the payment of monetary support from one spouse to another. The longer the marriage, the more likely it is that spousal support will be awarded. If you believe you are entitled to a spousal support award or believe your spouse is seeking spousal support, please contact us to discuss your case.
Divorce Lawyers & Family Law Attorneys Serving Northeast Ohio
Our Attorneys serve families in the following counties:
- Cuyahoga County
- Erie County
- Franklin County
- Geauga County
- Lake County
- Lorain County
- Medina County
- Portage County
- Summit County
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Most clients are owners of real property which will be divided during the divorce process. The goal of the divorce is to disentangle the parties and separate their finances by the end of the case. There are two ways to do this with respect to real property. Two...
Should You Live Together During the Divorce?
One of the most common questions asked during a divorce is: should I leave the marital residence? For every case, it will depend on the situation. Committing Abandonment It is a common misconception that if you leave the marital residence a spouse will be found to...
Best Practices for Attending a Hearing via Zoom
Over the last couple years, the courts have updated their practices regarding hearings and pretrials. Most domestic relations courts are utilizing virtual hearings, whether that is for a pre-trial, settlement conference or trial. Despite doing virtual court...
Family Law
Attorneys
John D. Ramsey
CHAIR
Sarah J. Gabinet
SENIOR COUNSEL
Carly A. Boyd
PARTNER
Janet Stewart Scalley
PARTNER
Karen D. Truax
PARALEGAL
Carly A. Boyd
Partner
Sarah J. Gabinet
Senior Counsel
John D. Ramsey
Partner
Janet Stewart Scalley
Partner
Karen Truax
Paralegal
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