Probating an estate is the legal process of settling a deceased person’s affairs, including distributing assets, paying debts, and handling final taxes.

If you found a roommate on Craigslist, you would use a contract to define how much rent each person pays and who pays for utilities. The same is true when you move in with your partner. It’s a way to protect both yourself and your partner.

The process of contesting a will can be both intricate and emotionally draining, involving not just legal issues, but also family matters.

Beginning back on February 6, 2024, if you purchase a property in Cleveland, the seller is required to provide a special certificate that will inform you of any issues with the property, such as whether it has been flagged by the City of Cleveland for lead-related concerns.

Modifying a custody order in Ohio requires meeting specific legal standards, including a significant change in circumstances and ensuring that the modification is in the child's best interest.

Courts can issue temporary orders regarding custody and parental rights when certain conditions are met, such as a request made through a complaint or motion.

Determining which court has jurisdiction over child custody and care during a divorce or legal separation is crucial.

Usually, ending a marriage through dissolution is the easiest route, but sometimes, you have no choice but to file for divorce.

If you or your spouse are hesitant to move forward with divorce and believe there is still hope for your marriage, conciliation may be an option worth considering.

Whether you're the buyer or the seller, a real estate contract breach could cause significant financial losses and delays in your property plans.

When you hire a homebuilder, they must do a good job. This means they need to work like any skilled worker would.

Fraudulent misrepresentation happens when someone lies about an important fact, and another person believes this lie and gets hurt because of it.

Mandatory disclosures play a crucial role in residential property sales, ensuring transparency and protecting the interests of both buyers and sellers.

An option contract gives you the chance to buy property later, without having to do it right away.

A prenuptial agreement is a practical tool that can provide financial clarity and protection for both parties entering into marriage.

An executor is appointed to carry out the terms of a will and ensures that the final wishes are fulfilled and all assets are settled.   

When trying to get a domestic violence civil protection order in Ohio, you need to prove that you're in danger or might be in danger.

Marriage comes with legal responsibilities to support and take care of each other, and failing to do so can have serious consequences.

If you are going through a divorce in Cuyahoga County, it can be daunting to determine your children's parenting time.