Stories by Gus Dahlberg

“Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?”

Put your future in the hands of a Columbus high asset divorce attorney There’s nothing sexy about a prenuptial agreement, which are known to sometimes referred to as Antinuptial Agreement or Premarital Agreements. No one wants to follow, “Will you marry me?” with, “I want a prenup.” Whether you’re just starting out or going into…

Do rapists have parental rights?

31 states, including Ohio, still give convicts a chance at custody. Ohio law generally provides that whether married or unmarried, a child’s parents each have the right to exercise parenting time with that child.  However, a bill currently stalled in Ohio’s courts would deny rapists parental rights to a child conceived through the assault. Senate…

Five tips to end your marriage with integrity.

Learn how to navigate the emotional pitfalls of divorce You’ve been contemplating looking up divorce attorneys for a while. Maybe you’ve even asked close friends for a referral. And now that you’ve finally approached your spouse, the real work begins. Ending a marriage is one of the most difficult things adults can face – let…

Japan sets date for international child abduction treaty

The final G8 country to enact the Hague Convention Long accused of being a “safe haven” for international child abductions, Japan is finally taking a stand. Up until this year, Japan was the only one of the Group of 8 countries not complying with the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child…

Three tips for coping after your divorce.

Your Columbus family law questions answered. As you begin to move past your divorce, well-meaning loved ones will undoubtedly offer their two cents. But where should your priorities lie as you build your new life? You’re not in this alone. Take a look at our top three tips for coping after your divorce. 1. Seek…

The Affordable Care Act may offer divorce ‘incentive.’

Divorce may overtake legal separation in Ohio as couples no longer need shared health care. On the heels of the launch of the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or “Obamacare”), reports of a potential “divorce tsunami” began pouring in. A press release from Certified Business Appraisal suggested that in the wake of newly available healthcare, couples…

Could Obamacare stimulate a spike in divorce rates?

The launch of the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or “Obamacare”) has prompted a wave of change across the nation. Beyond the effects on the government and the economy, it could now even stimulate a surge in divorce rates. A press release from Certified Business Appraisal posits that ACA may trigger a divorce “tsunami.” The firm…

Five tips for divorced parents during the holidays.

The holidays present unique challenges for divorced and recently separated parents. On top of your already long checklist, you must now work with your ex-spouse’s schedule, compare wish lists and share time with your former in-laws. When you have divorce questions, Columbus family attorneys Babbitt & Dahlberg are here to tackle common obstacles with you.…

How much does an Ohio divorce cost?

 Working together can save you more than money. You’re facing the end of your marriage. After the initial emotions, one of the first questions on your mind is: How much will a divorce cost me? Because each case is unique, it’s hard to put a price tag on divorce. However, you may be surprised to…