Stories by DeAnna Duvall

Do’s and Don’ts of Raising a Child After Divorce

You love your children like crazy. But, unfortunately, you’ve fallen out of love with your spouse. You’ve grown apart and the only thing currently keeping you together is your kids. Is staying married for them actually beneficial in the long run? Research says 80% of children of divorce end up adapting well, without seeing a…

Divorce on the Decline?

Is the Divorce Rate Dropping? Our sources say? Yes. According to Time Magazine, the divorce rate is the lowest it’s been in almost 40 years. What’s different, you might ask? It’s not because people aren’t getting married. Marriages were on the rise in 2015. So what’s up with all “happily-ever after” going on these days? Let’s…

What does the Brangelina divorce look like under Ohio family law?

A Family Law Attorney Can Guide a Prenuptial Agreement In a high-profile divorce such as the news-making breakup of movie stars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, you might immediately think of the difficulty in the future division of assets. In the case of these two millionaires, neither will likely need spousal support from the other.…

10 Best Divorce Movies

You called your Columbus divorce attorney—time for a Netflix marathon There are times during a breakup when what you really need is a movie to make you laugh or cry, and remind you that you’re not alone in your experience. Blogger Beth Hemila writes that when women shared their favorite divorce and breakup movies with…

How Can Social Media Affect Your Divorce Case?

Don’t let a tweet turn into trouble when you’re facing a split You update your status: “Can’t wait to get him out of my life for good.” He Instagrams a photo of his new Mercedes. You add a photo of your night out with the girls to your Snapchat story. He changes his relationship status…

Stay-At-Home Mom Divorce: Part 2

How your Ohio family law firm can help you transition back into the workforce after divorce “How will I support my kids?” If you’re a stay-at-home mom facing divorce, this is undoubtedly the question that rings in your mind. While dipping your toe back into the job market can be a bit intimidating, it’s the…

“My family doesn’t support my divorce. What do I do?”

When your network is less than supportive, turn to divorce lawyers in Columbus, Ohio to help navigate the waters of your new family dynamic. As if ending your marriage weren’t enough of a hurdle, confronting a disapproving family can feel like the final straw. While you’re coming to terms with your new day-to-day life, your…

Stay-At-Home Mom Divorce: Part 1

Tackle your finances with professional divorce lawyers in Columbus, Ohio If you’re a stay-at-home mom considering a divorce, it can be a scary proposition. Where do you start? How’s your life going to change? What new responsibilities will you be facing? To answer these questions and successfully transition into the next phase of your life,…

Can a Divorce Be a Cause For a Celebration?

Divorce lawyers in Columbus, Ohio analyze the recent surge in popularity of divorce parties While most people would consider a divorce something to dread or lament, many people are now finding a new way to cope with a split from their significant other: a celebration. At first glance, a divorce doesn’t seem like the type…

An Ohio family law attorney outlines holiday custody do’s and don’ts

5 methods to help children of divorce through the holidays Between hauling the kids from house to house, dividing up Christmas and finding time for each grandparent, sometimes it feels like the holidays can’t go by fast enough. But there are steps you can take to alleviate the stress and help your family make the…