Is there an age where the child gets to choose which parent they want to live with in Summit County, Ohio?

While there is no "magic age," different courts tend to give more weight to the wishes of the child once they reach about 12-14 years of age, and...

My ex has a bipolar disorder and custody of my daughter. Her symptoms are escalating. What are my options?

You have several options, some more litigious than others. Short of working out an agreement with your ex and filing an agreed entry of some sort...

I see that you are in Canton, OH. If that is where you'll be filing, both Stark and Summit County domestic relations courts tend to favor shared...

Child custody question?

From the portion of the text you posted, I agree that it looks like Father will be able to claim the child every year beginning with the 2013 tax...

The answer to your question will depend on whether you are or were married to your children's mother. If you were never married, the answer with...

Legally, your name already is changed. You don't have to take any further steps to effect your name change; once your Decree was filed with that...

As a couple of other attorneys mention, it is a little bit unclear whether you are talking about a true legal separation or a Separation Agreement...

Can my ex take my daughter away from me if I get our daughter vaccinated?

I agree with the other answers posted insofar as you should not unilaterally make the decision to vaccinate your child. I suggest looking closely...

Is it possible my ex boyfriend with get joint custody of my son?

There are many different factors that the Court will consider in determining what custody and parenting time scenario is in the best interest of...

Can we obtain custody of our 14yo godson if both parents & child have asked we take him?

The answer is yes, you can - the ease or difficulty of the case will depend on the consent of the boy's parents. In fact, an attorney in my office...