Is Your Marriage Over and are you Thinking about a Divorce? Important Information About Ohio Dissolution Proceedings
Understanding the Ohio Dissolution Process and Its Benefits
Do you and your spouse BOTH recognize that your marriage is emotionally and all but officially over? Have you been procrastinating moving forward with dissolution and terminating your marriage? If so, understanding the Ohio dissolution process is crucial. Not a pleasant decision, but sometimes a necessary one.
Ohio Law permits the filing of both divorce and dissolution actions. Before filing you really should know the basic differences. The primary distinction between divorce and dissolution is the amicable nature with fully agreed upon terms in a dissolution proceeding. In dissolution, both parties must agree to every aspect and term in the final agreement, down to the last penny and detail. Various pleadings are prepared and signed by both parties and submitted to the Court for approval.
To be clear, the FULL agreement must be negotiated and executed before filing. No Restraining Orders are available in an Ohio dissolution. The parties request in these papers that their marriage be terminated based upon there being “irreconcilable differences” between them. Ohio Law states that a hearing for dissolution must be set and held between 30 to 90 days after filing. So, once filed, an “uncoupling” of your relationship occurs quickly!
I will shortly be publishing a follow-up article outlining more information about Ohio dissolution proceedings and the requirements. In the meantime, this may be an excellent time to consider your divorce and dissolution options in a consultation with an experienced divorce lawyer.
We are now in the time of year that many refer to as “Divorce Season”. There are many factors to consider in evaluating staying married and the logistics and options of “uncoupling”. Don’t try to navigate this decision alone!
Consider Dissolution Options With An Experienced Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Our experienced Dayton family law lawyers at MuesLaw can assist you with your dissolution-related issues. Please visit our website at www.MuesLaw.com or call us at 937 293-2141. We can schedule an in-person conference or one by phone or Zoom. We look forward to assisting you!
Please consider joining or following us!
© 2025, Ohio Family Law Blog. All rights reserved.
Attorney Robert “Chip” Mues has been focusing his legal practice throughout Southwest Ohio primarily in divorce and family law matters since 1978. Chip is passionate about family law and has proudly published the Ohio Family Law Blog since 2007. In addition, he previously managing the Dayton law firm of Holzfaster, Cecil, McKnight & Mues LPA until it dissolved on December 31, 2024. He recently has founded MUESLAW in 2025. To learn more about him or MUESLAW, visit www.MuesLaw.com. Appointments are available in person, over the phone or by Zoom. Call us at 937 293-2141.
