Child Custody

Most Ohio parents will do just about anything to help their children when they are hurting. One mother desperately wanted to help her 3-year-old daughter and is now fighting a child custody battle against the state for both of her children. Her most recent child...

The younger members of an Ohio family endure significant adjustments when their two parents divorce. Every parent wants to protect his or her children, and one of the best ways to do this during this time of transition is to work on a beneficial and practical...

Opportunity may knock in another city, but if you're the custodial parent, you can't just pick up and move. Custody arrangements are put in place to ensure that the children have the opportunity to develop a relationship with each parent. The non-custodial parent does...

When facing divorce, Ohio parents may feel overwhelmed by the thought of a costly and stressful court battle. Fortunately, it is possible for some parents to avoid litigation by working through matters with the best interests of the children in mind and with the help...

During a divorce, Ohio parents are concerned with protecting the best interests of their children. One of the most effective ways to do this is to ensure that a child custody agreement is sustainable and benefits all minor children, no matter the emotions and issues...

On occasion, some divorced parents in Ohio and elsewhere seek to alienate their children from the other parent. This can occur with teenage children who are easily influenced and susceptible to coaxing by a vindictive parent. These parents sometimes convince...

Ohio parents who divorce typically remain united in their desire to do what is best for their children. However, child custody issues often create challenges for parents who must negotiate and compromise in order to develop an appropriate plan for their children's...

In Ohio and across the country, police departments and other organizations are creating safe zones, which provide a monitored meeting area for parents and children who are involved in difficult divorce situations. These areas create a safe place for parents and...

Historically, grandparents and other relatives have not had legal rights to see children after their parents seek divorce. It was generally considered an issue that the parents could decide upon, solely or collectively, but recent legislation throughout the country...

During contentious divorces and custody battles, relationships between parents are understandably strained, but relationships between the parents and their children can also suffer tremendously. This is especially true when one or both parents fabricate allegations or...