Melissa Graham-Hurd & Associates, LLC

Ohio child support determinations can be complex. Lawyers at our firm have decades of experience dealing with the issues that might arise. Learn more about the child support process and what is required here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles... more

Updated information regarding step-parent adoption in Ohio: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2026/01/step-parent-adoption-in-ohio/

What does "discovery" mean in Family Law cases? More info here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2026/02/complete-guide-to-ohio-civil-rule-26-discovery-in-divorce-child-support-family-law-cases/

How to protect your mental health during a divorce? Helpful tips here - https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2025/12/how-to-protect-your-mental-health-during-divorce/

Why is settling a case the preferred option? Answers here - https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2026/01/what-effective-lawyering-looks-like-in-2026/

Is a simple Will enough? Yes, sometimes it is: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2026/01/when-simple-is-smart-why-a-will-and-beneficiary-desig... more

What happens when you have to testify in court or at a deposition? We have some tips: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2025/10/testimony-tips/

What is "service of process" in a family law matter? More info here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2025/09/what-happens-if-family-law-papers-sent-by-certified-mail-are-refused/

What happens when a parent moves after divorce? What court has jurisdiction? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2025/05/understanding-the-uniform-child-custody-jurisdiction-and-enforcement-act/

Prenuptial agreements have many benefits. https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2025/01/the-benefits-of-a-prenuptial-agreement/

Once a court issues a decree or order regarding parenting issues, there are steps to be taken before you move. More info here: https://www.grahamhu... more

Wondering what happens in Family Law Mediation? More info here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/divorce/2023/12/what-to-expect-in-divorce-mediation/

How do substance abuse problems arise in child custody cases? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2023/07/how-substance-abuse-can-affect-child-custody-and-parenting-cases/

What happens after a divorce or dissolution for named beneficiaries? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2022/01/changing-beneficiaries-after-divorce-or-dissolution-in-ohio/

Divorce with Special Needs children can be tricky. Our latest article addresses some issues that arise, and possible solutions: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2021/10/divorce-with-a-special-needs-child/

How to establish paternity in Ohio? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2021/02/establishing-paternity-in-ohio/

The Ohio Supreme Court has set a significant precedent regarding mental health records with its decision in Torres Friedenberg v. Friedenberg. A pa... more

Single parenting is hard. Our new Article offers some tips: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2021/05/parenting-tips-for-single-parents/

What does Contempt of Court for family law mean? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2021/03/contempt-of-court-in-ohio-family-law-... more

What do the revisions to child tax credit rules mean to divorced and separated parents? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2021/0... more

Do grandparents have visitation rights? Yes! Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2021/01/grandparents-rights-in-ohio/

Grey Divorce - How it Happens, What to Consider: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/09/grey-divorce/

Yes, a Will is a necessity. Read why here - https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2020/09/why-do-i-need-a-will/

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Do you pay child support and has your income changed due to COVID? Information here - https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2020/05/coronavirus-an... more

What are ordinary and extraordinary healthcare expenses for child support purposes? What is "cash medical support"? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/child-support/2019/07/ordinary-and-extraordinary-health-care-expenses/

What if a parent pays for health insurance, is there a credit against child support? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/05/ohio-child-support-health-insurance/

How is child support calculated if you already pay child support for another child? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/05/ohio-child-support-health-insurance/

How do childcare costs effect child support? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/child-support/2019/06/child-care-ohio-child-support/

How is income assumed for child support calculations? Answers here: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/04/imputing-income-ohio-child-support/

Child support adjustment for child care article: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/child-support/2019/06/child-care-ohio-child-support/

We have additional articles about the new Ohio child support laws: https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/05/ohio-child-support-health-insurance/

Here is a new article from our Website on the brand new 3/28/19 Ohio child support changes, especially giving a deduction for parenting time - https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/02/time-adjustment-for-ohio-child-support/

New Article from our website - https://www.grahamhurdlaw.com/articles/2019/01/child-cries-at-parenting-time/

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