Akron, Ohio Domestic Relations Lawyer
Divorce does not have to be expensive
Divorce. Dissolution. Alimony. Child Support. Visitation.
Post-
Judgment Motions
No divorce case is too complex or large for Akron divorce attorney
Ken Martin.
Akron divorce attorney Ken Martin has represented clients in every domestic relations situation. Ohio divorce law is a very complicated area, requiring thorough knowledge and experience in both the law and the procedures of each different domestic relations court, whether you are in Summit, Cuyahoga, Stark, Portage, or any other Ohio county. No matter how complicated your case is, Ken Martin has the experience to successfully represent you in your domestic proceeding.
The process of divorce.
Divorce can often be the most painful and confusing time in a person’s life. This is even worse if there are minor children involved. But at the same time, your personal interests have to be protected through this process so that you can go on with your life when the divorce
or dissolution is over.
This is especially true in high net worth divorces, where complex financial and property issues can take up a major part of the process. Ken Martin has particular experience in these cases, and brings years of expertise in the evaluation and distribution of large family assets.
But even in more modest divorces, the stakes are always high.
Here is the best way to prepare for your initial meeting with
your divorce attorney:
What to Bring to the Divorce Lawyer’s Office
Going to a divorce lawyer’s office for the first time can be a very difficult experience. Ken Martin will try to help you get through this difficult time, but, at the same time, lawyers can only help you if they have all of the information that they need.
Ken Martin will need some basic information to get your case started. Please remember that lawyers need facts—not opinions, rumors, gossip or guesses. When you talk to the Ken Martin, please make sure that everything you say can be backed up with facts. It will be up to the attorney to determine which of those facts may be important to your individual case.
During your initial meeting, Ken Martin will explain the entire divorce process and what you can expect to experience navigating this complex legal system. The discussion will also cover the legal fees that you can expect to pay.
When you first arrive at the office, you will be asked to fill out a client contact form, and also a financial statement.
If there are no minor children of the marriage, then most of what you need to take to the lawyer’s office will be financial records. You must fully disclose all of your financial information. Failure to do so can cost you in the end.
You will need to bring with you the names of the husband and wife, names and dates of birth of all minor children, all Social Security Numbers of everyone in the family, addresses, your contact information, and the place and date of your marriage.
You will need to supply bank records, tax returns, deeds and mortgages, rental agreements, utility bills, pay stubs, credit card bills, business records (if you own a business), your stock portfolio if you have one, and any other investments and any and all other financial information that you may have.
If there are minor children, or disabled children who need ongoing care, you may need to bring their school and medical records, if those may raise issues during the course of the divorce.
Depending on your individual case, you may be asked for other information, including witness contact information in cases of domestic violence or hidden assets.
This list is only a start, but it is a good start, and will help you with your initial lawyer meeting.
Contact ken
kenmartin@kennethcmartinlaw.com
Akron Office: (330) 794-7924
Macedonia Office: (330) 467-3300