Ohio Child Support Lawyer
Toledo Child Custody Attorney
Child custody in Ohio is determined by what is in the best interest of the child. If the parents cannot work out a custody agreement with the help of lawyers or mediators, the court will determine what is in the child's best interest. Because the judge does not know the child or parents, this is the solution of last resort.
For experienced help reaching a custody agreement, contact Strong Law. We understand that this is a very emotional issue. Attorney Dennis Strong will work with you to find a solution that meets the child's needs. He will also discuss child support with you. Please call our office at 419-885-8877 to schedule an appointment.
Help With a Difficult Decision
When married parents divorce, the state of Ohio refers to child custody as "allocation of parental rights and responsibilities" and visitation as "parenting time." If the parents were not married, the state calls it paternal custody and visitation. Strong Law represents married and unmarried parents.
To help parents reach an agreement, we help them with parenting plans. Our goal is to find a situation that is best for the child and agreeable to all parties. Options for custody include:
- Shared parenting with joint responsibility for decisions affecting the child
- A residential (custodial) parent who is responsible for decisions and a nonresidential parent
- Sole custody
If you are fighting for custody with a parent who lives out of state, we can also assist you.
In addition to parental rights and parenting time, you must determine the amount of child support and who will pay it. The state has guidelines that include the income of each parent, child care costs, medical expenses and additional factors. It can be difficult to understand the guidelines on your own. We have the experience to help you interpret them.
For a free consultation with an Ohio child support attorney, please call 419-885-8877 or contact us online.
