Jan 3, 20201 minDividing the marital business.Often married couples have an interest in business assets which must be addressed. Whether it is a mom and pop corner store, a dental pr...
Jan 3, 20201 minHow is child support determined?Child support is based upon a formula conceptualized and created by the State of Ohio. The formula takes into consideration the number o...
Jan 3, 20201 minIf I do not change my will after divorce, will my ex-wife receive my assets?No. Divorce typically terminates your spouse's rights to claim against your estate or receive assets under your Will. In fact, your spo...
Jan 3, 20201 minMy spouse's late payments are on my credit report!Credit reports can make or break a person's ability to obtain financing, a mortgage or even get a credit card. It is often a good idea t...
Jan 2, 20201 minDo I need a lawyer for my divorce?Anyone can represent themselves when negotiating or handling a divorce or dissolution. However, Abraham Lincoln had an old saying: "a m...
Jan 1, 20201 minDo your homework! It will save you money...There is nothing more helpful for your divorce attorney if you do your homework. Doing your own homework not only helps your attorney de...
Jan 1, 20201 minIs Shared Parenting 50/50?No. That is a myth and misconception. A 50/50 parenting schedule has nothing to do with the concept of "Shared Parenting." Shared pare...
Jan 1, 20201 minCheating spouses...will they pay??I am often asked if cheating matters. The answer typically is no. Ohio is a "No-fault" state and does not punish spouses financially fo...
Jan 1, 20201 minCan my Husband accuse me of "abandonment" if I leave the home?Not at all. Undoubtedly you heard the term "abandonment" from a friend or family member. This concept is antiquated and not truly relev...
Jan 1, 20201 minFiling first matters???Nope. Not at all. In fact, many attorneys prefer that the other side file as the Plaintiff because they are required to present evidenc...
Jan 1, 20201 minWhat are my rights in a divorce?If you are facing a divorce or dissolution of marriage, you have rights which are established by law. Your rights include: 1) to receiv...
Jan 1, 20201 minQuestionnaire to assess your case Please copy and paste the following into an email for Attorney Pecora: apecora@omdplaw.com 1) Your Name: 2) Your Spouse's Name: 3) Yo...
Dec 31, 20192 minAm I entitled to Spousal Support (or Alimony)?Courts in Ohio are required to review the facts and determine whether spousal support or alimony should be awarded. These Courts review ...
Dec 31, 20191 minAm I entitled to my spouse's retirement? What about social security?As with all marital assets, each spouse is entitled to 50% of the marital portion of each other's retirement accounts and pensions. This...
Dec 31, 20192 minCommon Questions about the marital home and other assetsWhat happens to my home and assets in a divorce? It depends on whether the home and assets are marital. Marital property, in a nutshell...
Dec 31, 20192 minCommon Questions About DivorceWell, you did it. You found your way into a divorce attorney's office. Undoubtedly you will have many questions that only an experience...
Dec 28, 20191 minYour Divorce Attorney...the initial visit.Your Divorce Attorney...the initial visit. Who would want to visit a divorce attorney? Initially, it will seem worse than visiting the