On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | May 5, 2020 | Firm News
When parents adopt children in Ohio, they should prepare to answer lots of questions about their decision and the background of their new child. While the insensitivity or unawareness of some people may be offensive, prepared parents can effectively filter questions...
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Feb 3, 2020 | Firm News
Adoption is a lengthy and expensive process. It has its ups and downs, and just a simple mistake can get someone disqualified. As outlined in the Washington Times, the Ohio adoption law is ever-changing, and rules that applied in the past five years may not work with...
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Dec 11, 2019 | Firm News
When Ohio parents decide to get divorced, one of the many issues they must settle is where their children will live and which of them will be responsible for making decisions regarding their kids. According to the Ohio Supreme Court’s guide for parents living apart,...
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Dec 3, 2019 | Firm News
Ohio couples looking to adopt must meet certain requirements to be considered eligible. Meeting these requirements ensures the child is placed into a loving and healthy home. It also ensures you’re well equipped to provide parental care to your new child....
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Oct 31, 2019 | Firm News
If you pay child support in Ohio or receive it, you should make sure you are up-to-date on the current changes to the system. Recent changes went into effect early in 2019 and make some significant adjustments that could affect how much you pay or receive in support....
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Oct 21, 2019 | Firm News
The holidays can be a stressful time, especially for co-parents who must divide the time with their children between them. Ohio parents want their children to have happy memories of the holidays, though, and that makes it essential for them to find ways to get along....
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Sep 10, 2019 | Firm News
Adoption is an amazing thing for the child and for your family. It is very commendable when someone adopts since there are so many children in Ohio who need a permanent and loving home. However, the process is not easy. It also is not cheap. Adoption expenses often...
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Sep 10, 2019 | Firm News
If you own a business with your spouse in Ohio and you are about to get divorced, then your business will be affected. You will have to, at some point in the process, determine the value of the business. The court must have this information when it comes to dividing...
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Jul 12, 2019 | Firm News, Modifications And Enforcement
If you’re going through a divorce, or you’ve recently settled your case, then you may think that all the courtroom battles are finally over for good. This isn’t necessarily the case though. If you receive child support or alimony, and you’ve...
On behalf of Brian S. Piper Co., LPA | Jun 28, 2019 | Divorce, Firm News
Recently published data shows that divorce rates are currently the lowest that they’ve been in as many as four decades. The number of individuals getting married is significantly lower than it’s been in a long time as well. Legal analysts point to...
