Domestic violence is a horrid action that is often tragically overlooked in today’s society. Many who are caught up in it aren’t sure where to begin. What are your options? What does a divorce look like if domestic violence is involved? What happens to the kids? How do you prove it? These are questions we regularly receive. Before we get…Read More
In certain situations, a person (known as the principal) can give someone the ability to act on their behalf in legal situations. This is known as power of attorney. With power of attorney, this secondary individual becomes an attorney-in-fact, also known as an agent. With power of attorney status, the actions of this person become the legally binding decisions of…Read More
For many families, the will and probating process is fairly straight forward. A family member passes, their will is read, the respective family members receive their inheritance, and everyone continues with their life. This is the ideal scenario that wills are created for. Real life, however, isn’t always so simple. Perhaps you feel a will has been tampered with, is…Read More
Though many assume that criminal and civil court cases happen under the same legal standards, they actually operate under quite different rules and procedures. Understanding these differences is key, should you come into need of legal counsel. The key difference is that civil law seeks to amend wrongs towards a person or organization through restitution or compensation. Criminal law, on…Read More
If you’re a parent who is going through a divorce, it’s important to know what can happen with your child before any details are finalized. There are different types of custody that can be granted by the court to determine who the child lives with, how often they see each parent, and who oversees personal and legal decisions. How Is…Read More
There are stark differences between divorce, dissolution and annulment in Ohio. The laws are complex, and hiring a Springfield divorce attorney such as Michael T. Edwards can help you get through the entire process with as little stress and anxiety as possible. The first step is to determine which method of separation is right for your case. Divorce, dissolution and…Read More