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.

In most cases, no. However, under limited circumstances, Ohio could recognize a common law marriage that was entered in Ohio prior to 1991 or a valid out-of-state common law marriage.

Common law marriage, a union formed through mutual consent and cohabitation without obtaining a marriage license or ceremony, has long been a subject of legal debate across various jurisdictions. In Ohio, like many other states, the recognition and enforcement of common-law marriages are subject to specific legal criteria and requirements. Understanding the legality of common-law marriage in Ohio requires an examination of state statutes, court decisions, and established legal principles.

Yes, but it can be tricky. This scenario often lands in the jurisdiction of juvenile courts, where decisions are made with the child's best interests in mind. Changing a child's name is a significant legal step, and it requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure that the decision serves the child's welfare. There are a few key factors that must be weighed by juvenile courts when contemplating a name change for a minor after paternity has been established.

The end of a marriage has intricate implications on your life, especially when it comes to financial aspects like Social Security and retirement plans. When a court considers spousal support, one aspect that emerges is the potential division and distribution of retirement benefits. Retirement benefits can also be divided as a part of marital property when it is earned during the marriage. Dividing retirement benefits in divorce proceedings can spark concerns about “double-dipping,” where a marital asset is divided in property division and again in spousal support. “Double-dipping” can lead to a financial burden on one party.

Landlord 101 is part of a series of informational posts provided by the Team at N.P Weiss Law that reviews commonly asked questions and other information and what a landlord/tenant could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. This article is part two for Cleveland Heights and before reading this article, we recommend you begin with Part 1.

Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area.