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What to know about the new child tax credit

The New Child Tax Credit: What You Need to Know

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a component of the American Rescue Plan and is designed to provide nearly all families up to $3,600 for each child under age 6, and $3,000 for each child between ages 6 to 17. In past years, parents who filed annual taxes received a lower CTC as a part …
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How much does a lawyer cost for child custody?

How Much Does a Lawyer Cost for Child Custody?

When a couple with kids goes through a divorce or separation, they also face the issue of child custody. That usually brings the need for an experienced child custody lawyer. As you research family lawyers and what they can do to help you through your case, you’ll likely wonder how much the lawyer cost will …
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qualities of a good divorce lawyer

5 Qualities of a Good Divorce Lawyer

You’re encountering a situation no one wants to face: the need for a good divorce lawyer. You’re overwhelmed with all of the boxes you must check on your divorce to-do list. But first, how do you find the right lawyer, and what do you even look for as you search? Each person has their own …
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Can you get a prenup after marriage in Ohio?

Can You Get a Prenup After Marriage in Ohio?

A prenuptial (prenup) agreement that occurs after marriage is called a postnuptial (postnup) agreement. Each state has its own laws when it comes to prenups and postnups. But can you get a prenup after marriage in Ohio? If you’re considering a prenup but you’ve already gotten married, it may be too late depending on where …
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What does a family lawyer do?

What Does a Family Lawyer Do?

Family law isn’t just the break-up of a marriage: It spans a wide range of legal issues affecting a family. A family lawyer is a type of specialized attorney who focuses on a number of issues affecting husbands, wives, children, grandparents, and legal guardians. Family law practice areas include: Divorce or Dissolution Child custody GLBT …
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How to get a restraining order in Ohio

How to Get a Restraining Order in Ohio

Protection and restraining orders exist to provide a sense of safety and security to individuals in times of distress, such as victims of domestic violence. In order to file a restraining order against someone, however, certain steps must be followed. The first step to getting a restraining order in Ohio is understanding the different types …
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Can a mother stop a father from seeing their child?

Can a Mother Stop a Father From Seeing Their Child?

When a child is born to an unmarried woman, Ohio law states that the unmarried woman has sole legal custody of the child automatically (by operation of law). When a child is born to a married couple, both the mother and father have legal custody of the child. But can an unwed mother stop a …
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Have you been involved in a domestic violence dispute?

Have You Been Involved in a Domestic Violence Dispute?

Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities in the State of Ohio Domestic violence affects millions of individuals across the United States regardless of age, race, religion, or sexual identity. It is often characterized as a pattern of controlling and coercive behavior that can include physical, emotional, financial, or mental abuse. If you or someone you know …
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What does a juvenile attorney do?

What Can a Juvenile Attorney Help With?

Juvenile Attorneys for Minors and Parents’ Concerns in the State of Ohio Juvenile attorneys work diligently to protect the rights of minors in a variety of cases, including divorce, child custody, neglect, abuse, or any juvenile court proceedings. As a parent, we understand the unique burden you feel when you learn your minor is involved …
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how a legal separation works in Columbus Ohio

How a Legal Separation Works: Step by Step

When a married couple decides to part ways, they have a few options for how to do it. They can pursue a divorce, dissolution of marriage, or a legal separation. The latter option does not technically end a marriage, while the first two options do. If you are considering a legal separation, keep in mind …
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