Paternity Establishment in Ohio – Parenthood Outside Of Marriage

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   January 25th, 2014

Acknowledgment Of Paternity Is A Legal Commitment To Parenthood

Birth of a child.

When a child is born, a few things happen that determine parenthood.  Obviously, the mother is known instantly.  After the birth, the natural mother and alleged father sign an “acknowledgment of paternity affidavit” at the hospital or a local child support enforcement agency.  The execution of it is notarized.

After the acknowledgment of paternity affidavit is signed and notarized, it is sent to the office of child support.  Once the office receives this paternity document, it must send it out after no later than ten (10) days to be corrected by the parents.  After all these paternity documents have been completed correctly, the department will enter the information into the birth registry, officially cementing the natural mother and alleged father as the parents of the child.

Oh No! You’re not the father, what now?

What if, following the filing and registering of the birth information listing you as the father, you discover that you’re not the father?… View Full Article → “Paternity Establishment in Ohio – Parenthood Outside Of Marriage”

Family Visitation Center In Greene County, Ohio

By Anne Shale   |   January 18th, 2014

Attorney Anne Shale Takes A Tour Of The Family Visitation Center In Greene County, Ohio

Family Visitation Center Provides Services For Families Needing Assistance With Visitation Exchanges

On December 10, 2010, I visited Erma’s House in Dayton, Ohio in order to gain information to write an article about the Visitation Center for Montgomery County, Ohio.  On December 23, 2013, I had the opportunity to visit and tour the Greene County Family Visitation Center located at 143 East Market Street, Xenia, Ohio 45385 to learn about the services provided by the Family Visitation Center.  I had the privilege to meet and spend time with Libby Powers, Program Coordinator and Mediator for the Family Visitation Center.  The Family Visitation Center is located in a former two (2) story residence which provides the facility with a “homey” atmosphere and a warm/friendly environment.

Family Visitation Center Mission Statement:

The Greene County Family Visitation Center’s mission is to provide supportive supervised visitation and exchange services in a neutral, safe, comfortable and structured environment.… View Full Article → “Family Visitation Center In Greene County, Ohio”

Name Change For Child – Disputes Between Unmarried Parents

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   January 11th, 2014

General Factors Ohio Courts Consider When Unmarried Parents Clash Over A Child’s Name Change

The process of changing your child’s last name (name change) can be quite involved. If there is a dispute between unmarried parents as to their child’s surname, there are some general name change factors that Courts in Ohio consider.

Changing the Name of a Juvenile Child

Bobo v. Jewell, the court described their review process for determining the surname of a child born to unmarried parents.  The elements to be considered in a name change were:

  1. Length of time that the child has used a surname;
  2. The effect of a name change on the father-child relationship and on the mother-child relationship;
  3. The identification of the child as part of a family unit;
  4. The embarrassment, discomfort or inconvenience that may result when a child bears a surname different from the custodial parents;
  5. The preference of the child if the child is of an age and maturity to express a meaningful preference; and,
  6. Any other factor relevant to the child’s best interest.
… View Full Article → “Name Change For Child – Disputes Between Unmarried Parents”

Child Protective Services and Coercion

By Guest Contributor, Daniel Pollack   |   January 4th, 2014

Analyzing The Use Of Coercion In The Child Protective Services Investigative Setting

The key role of the child protective services (CPS) investigator is to determine if a child is at risk of harm. When a child is in immediate danger, CPS and/or law enforcement work to ensure the child’s safety. Often a safety plan is developed which will keep a child safe at home. When that is not possible the child may be taken into protective supervision.

If the unequivocal assessment indicates a high risk of danger everyone agrees that the child may be removed on an emergency basis. When that determination is not so certain, and the evidence is not incontrovertible, the investigator may nonetheless believe it would prudent for the child, temporarily, to go elsewhere or for certain changes in the household to take place. Toward that end, the investigator may try to influence, encourage, or persuade the caregiver to take certain actions for the child’s betterment.… View Full Article → “Child Protective Services and Coercion”

New Year’s Eve: Single not Sad

By Guest Contributor Donna F. Ferber, LPC, LADC   |   December 28th, 2013

Tips On How To Make New Year’s Eve A New Beginning After Divorce

SIngle At New Year’s Eve Brings More Options

Publisher’s Note:

Congratulations! We have all made it through Christmas and now New Year’s Eve is just a few days away. I have been considering what to post this week that was timely and relevant.

I remembered the great piece we posted 3 years ago that Donna Ferber had written for her first book, From Ex-Wife to Exceptional Life: A Woman’s Journey through Divorce. I received a lot of compliments about it then.  I reread it and loved it as much now as I did the first time. Her sage advice warrants a repost, so here it is.

Many of us actually prefer to stay home on New Year’s Eve or spend the night with friends rather than get all dressed up to trudge through snowy, icy weather, only to eat and drink too much!… View Full Article → “New Year’s Eve: Single not Sad”

Attorney Fees: Motion For Reasonable Attorney Fees

By Anne Shale   |   December 14th, 2013

How To Obtain Reasonable Attorney Fees At The End Of A Domestic Relations Case

Local Rule entitles Award of Attorney Fees

In my last Family Law Blog Article posted on October 12, 2013, I discussed how to obtain interim attorney fees at the outset of a domestic relations case.  With this article, I shall address how to obtain reasonable attorney fees at the end of a domestic relations matter.  In Montgomery County, Ohio, this topic is addressed by Local Rule 4.27 entitled “Award of Attorney Fees”.

Pursuant to the Local Rule cited above and according to the laws of Ohio, a Domestic Relations Court may award reasonable attorney fees at any stage of the proceedings, including appeal, modification, and enforcement cases.  In order to award reasonable attorney fees, the Court must find that one party (the “financially disadvantaged party”) will be prevented from fully litigating his/her rights and adequately protecting his/her interests, and that the award is equitable (“fair”).… View Full Article → “Attorney Fees: Motion For Reasonable Attorney Fees”

Holidays: Just Say No And Feel Empowered!

By Guest Contributor Donna F. Ferber, LPC, LADC   |   December 7th, 2013

A Guide to Happier Holidays: Replace HO–HO-HO with NO-NO-NO!

Well, the holiday hoopla is ramping up. Displays of sparkly red and green stuff has taken center stage in our stores, catalogues are arriving in droves, internet sites are offering deals, discounts and sales on every imaginable product. Magazines at the grocery checkout display unbelievable glossy covers of gorgeous people, in gorgeous houses, serving gorgeous food. Now with the sudden drop in temperature and the promise of snow this week, the reality that the holidays are descending on us is unavoidable.

It feels impossible to slow this down or simply get a grip. It is like being swept up in some tinselly tidal wave. I don’t want to shop yet; I still am cleaning out the garden! Yet, as the heat clicks on, and my sweaters and even gloves begin to take center stage, it cannot be denied. Here comes the holidays.… View Full Article → “Holidays: Just Say No And Feel Empowered!”

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