Military service creates unique challenges for divorced and separated parents. One question we frequently hear at our Columbus, Ohio family law office is: If a parent is deployed, can that parent give their parenting time to a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or another family member instead of the other parent? The answer is: sometimes, but not automatically. Ohio Law Specifically Addresses Military Deployments Ohio has enacted protections for military parents so that deployment do
Divorce is stressful enough on its own. But what happens if one spouse becomes seriously ill or unexpectedly passes away before the divorce is finalized? This is a question I have seen arise more than people realize, especially when older spouses, high-net-worth individuals, or individuals with significant health concerns are involved. The answer often surprises people. In Ohio, a Pending Divorce Usually Ends If a Spouse Dies Under Ohio law, a divorce action is considered a p