Columbus, Ohio, Divorce Attorneys
Going through a divorce is often one of the most difficult and emotional things people experience in life. However, the divorce process can be made easier with help from an experienced lawyer.
At Edward F. Whipps & Associates, with offices in Columbus and Dublin, Ohio, we use years of experience and in-depth knowledge of the law, coupled with a strong foundation in understanding psychological issues, to assist clients in achieving the best possible results in contested and uncontested divorces.
Getting a Divorce in Ohio
When we initially consult with you about your divorce, we provide a thorough overview of the divorce process and help you anticipate how Ohio law may affect you.
While Ohio law technically requires grounds for divorce, these grounds can include "incompatibility," or the fact that the couple has lived separate and apart for a year or more. Usually, the divorce process starts with one spouse making motions for temporary orders. Based on affidavits by both sides, the court makes a ruling on the temporary order that will apply during the time that the parties are awaiting trial. Rulings may include orders for temporary support, the division of responsibility for the payment of bills, and regulate custody and parenting time for each parent during the time the divorce is pending. These initial rulings can have a long-term effect on matters in the divorce, so it is critical that you and your lawyer treat them seriously.
Your divorce will probably involve a wide range of issues that must be resolved. But, at Edward F. Whipps & Associates, we will help you make the right decisions regarding:
- Child custody and visitation
- Property division
- Child support
- Spousal support/alimony
We often tell our clients that free legal advice from non-lawyers, including your spouse, is worth exactly what you pay for it. When you are considering a divorce, talk with an experienced attorney about your options.
Contact Edward F. Whipps & Associates
When you face a divorce, turn to Edward F. Whipps & Associates for personal attention from a lawyer experienced in family, matrimonial and domestic relations law. Contact our law firm by calling our Columbus law office at 614-461-6006 or our Dublin law office at 614-461-6007 to schedule an in-depth consultation.
