Practice Areas

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I focus my energy and resources on helping spouses safeguard their interests and preserve their dignity during the divorce process. Serving clients in Ohio and Michigan .  I have spent more than a decade securing divorce terms that benefit spouses and their children. From start to finish, I will work hard so that you can avoid the legal and emotional pitfalls that the breakup of a marriage presents. It is normal and completely understandable for you to be worried about the divorce process and how it will affect your children and finances, but having my experience as a divorce lawyer and clinical social worker on your side can put your mind at ease and give you confidence that your interests are in good hands. 

Whether your divorce is amicable or highly contested, I will work diligently to give you the best chance at a favorable outcome. My ability to help clients see past the emotions of the moment and view a brighter future is a key to my success with handling issues such as: 

• Child support -- Ohio's child support formula      takes into account parental income, the number of children and what type      of residential custody arrangement exists. My firm presses for appropriate      rates and also represents parents in modification and enforcement actions.
• Child custody -- Even when other      parts of a divorce are disputed, I strive to help parents reach effective child custody agreements      whenever possible. By working closely with clients, I develop proposed      solutions that meet the physical, emotional, educational and social needs      of young people.
• Separation -- If you're not ready      for divorce for religious, financial or other reasons, my firm can advise      you about legal separation     in Ohio.
• Spousal support -- Sometimes referred to      as alimony,      spousal support is awarded by Ohio courts based on an examination of 14      factors. I explain to my clients how these factors apply in their case and      advocate for a fair result.

At my firm, you are more than your case, and your well-being is a priority. The reason I became a clinical social worker and then a family law attorney was because I wanted to spend my professional life helping people improve their situations. No matter how bitter your breakup might be, my firm will handle the legal details on your behalf so you have the ability to move forward successfully. 

Mock Law is an elder law care firm, reaching well beyond the parameters of elder law practice. I complete competency evaluations, conduct level-of-care assessments, and offer other services that only an attorney with a social work background can. Many services can be completed online, such as showing clients nursing homes and assisted living communities that may interest them. Thanks to the connections I have made as a social worker, I have relationships with home healthcare experts and professionals who conduct competency evaluations. Those relationships allow me to move guardianship applications and other issues efficiently through the courts and social service agencies, saving you time and stress.