Toledo Area Family Law Attorneys
Legal Advocacy for Divorce, Property, Custody and Support
Strong emotions and strained communications can get in the way of practical solutions in divorce or custody disputes. At the law office of Mahaffey & Associates, LLC, we guide clients to sensible arrangements while protecting their financial interests as well as the best interests of the children.
Our experienced attorneys handle all facets of ending a marriage and dividing parental responsibilities. Our philosophy is to help the parties find common ground and resolve difficult situations as professionally and amicably as possible. But if the other side takes an adversarial stance, we are capable trial lawyers in your corner.
"I treat you like I would my own family. I value your money as much as you do. I will not file frivolous motions to increase my fees, or encourage you to fight over property, potentially spending $1,000 to win $500." — Ty Mahaffey
Divorce and Division of Marital Assets
Our attorneys have handled a variety of scenarios:
- Contested divorce — Unresolved disputes over money or children must be argued before a judge.
- Uncontested divorce — The other spouse does not answer or oppose the petition.
- Dissolution — The spouses come together and agree on everything, and a judge signs off on the divorce and settlement agreement. This is the fastest and most economical approach, and the least stressful on both children, and adults.
Even in an amicable dissolution, it is important to have legal counsel to get a fair settlement. Our attorneys ensure that assets are properly identified as joint or separate property, are accurately valued. We evaluate retirement savings, the marital home, cars, interests in closely held businesses, and other personal possessions. We are also skilled at negotiating debt trade-offs, home equity disputes and asset valuations so that you get the fairest possible outcome.
Child Custody and Child Support
There is a trend toward shared parenting time (equal or nearly equal time), but you may prefer the traditional residential parent and visitation arrangement. Our attorneys strive to avoid costly and counterproductive custody litigation and keeps the focus on a detailed and workable schedule that keeps both parents involved in the child's life.
We also represent either party in divorce and custody modification and enforcement hearings:
- Custody modification (sole custody, reversal of primary custody, new schedule)
- Increase, decrease or termination of child support
- Parent relocation out of Ohio (employment, military duty, etc.)
- Non-payment of child support or interference with visitation rights
These often contentious proceedings require a knowledge of the law, an understanding of the tendencies of local judges, and thorough preparation of arguments for, or against, the opposing position. You have a solid advocate with the attorneys of Mahaffey & Associates, LLC.
Contact or call Mahaffey & Associates, LLC at 888-422-6894 to arrange a consultation, including evenings or weekends by appointment. We accept all major credit cards, and can meet clients at offices in Sylvania, Toledo or Northwood.
