Ohio recognizes three options for when married partners can no longer live together: legal separation, dissolution, and divorce.

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

Can I get a dissolution instead of a divorce?

Hopefully, yes. A dissolution is a process of obtaining a divorce. It is faster, cheaper, less adversarial, and better for your long term emotional and mental health. You may not be lucky enough to qualify though. Only certain couples who are on the same page with most things can qualify.