What are Grounds for Divorce in Ohio?
In Ohio, a court may grant a divorce if it finds: (1) either spouse had a living spouse at the time they were married; (2) one spouse willfully deserted the other for at least one year; (3) adultery; (4) extreme cruelty; (5) fraudulent contract; (6) gross neglect of duty; (7) habitual drunkenness; (8) imprisonment at the time the divorce is filed; (9) when the parties have lived separate and apart for at least one year without cohabitation; or (10) incompatibility. (Ohio Revised Code, Title 31, Chapter 3105, Section 3105.01)
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What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in Ohio?
A: An Ohio divorce should be filed in the court of common pleas. (Ohio Revised Code, Title 31, Chapter 3105, Section 3105.011) An Ohio court has jurisdiction … More -
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What Are the Laws in Ohio About How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
A: An Ohio Court will divide property equitably when a couple divorces. The court may consider the following in making an equitable distribution of marital … More -
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When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Ohio?
A: In Ohio, spousal support is awarded after the distribution of marital property is made and when reasonable spousal support is appropriate. In determining whether … More -
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What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in Ohio?
A: In Ohio, the documents and supporting information that are required to be submitted with a divorce petition are determined by each county. Most require the … More
