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How can you enforce a Court Order?

During the pendency of litigation, the Court may issue numerous orders with which both you and your spouse must comply. In addition, after a case has been resolved, either by agreement or after a trial, the Court will issue a … Continue reading

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What is the Child Support Enforcement Agency?

The Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA) is an administrative agency which is offered by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). The Child Support Enforcement Agency collects and distributes child support payments in the State of Ohio. The … Continue reading

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What is a Guardian ad Litem?

A Guardian ad Litem is an attorney, psychologist or social worker who has been appointed by the Domestic Relations or Juvenile Court to represent a child in a legal proceeding and/ or to advise the Court as to what they … Continue reading

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What is the Difference Between a Judge and a Magistrate

A Judge is an attorney who is elected by the people of a county.  A Magistrate is an attorney who has been appointed by the court.  Judges have the discretion to refer cases to their Magistrates in order to allow … Continue reading

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What are Temporary Restraining Orders

A Temporary Restraining Order (“TRO”) is a court order that prohibits one or both of the parties from doing certain things during the pendency of a case.  A TRO is usually issued at the beginning of a case and stays … Continue reading

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