Ohio State Laws
Updated for 2026
Ohio Divorce Laws
Your complete guide to divorce in Ohio. Offers both divorce and dissolution (simplified) options.
Understanding Ohio Divorce Law
Property Division
Ohio follows Equitable Distribution.
Fair DivisionGrounds for Divorce
No-Fault: Incompatibility (if both agree) or living separate for 1 year
Fault or No-FaultChild Custody
Courts consider best interests factors and shared parenting.
Best InterestsChild Support
Uses the Income Shares Model.
Income Shares ModelChild Custody Factors
1
Wishes of parents
2
Childs wishes if interviewed
3
Childs interaction with parents and siblings
4
Childs adjustment to home, school, community
5
Mental and physical health of all parties
6
Parent likely to honor parenting time
7
Payment of child support
8
History of abuse or neglect
9
Geographic proximity
10
Parental cooperation ability
Spousal Support
Temporary Spousal Support
During proceedings
Spousal Support
Periodic or lump sum
Key Statutes
ORC 3105.01
Grounds for Divorce
Incompatibility and fault grounds
ORC 3105.171
Property Division
Equitable division of marital property
ORC 3109.04
Child Custody
Best interests of child
Recent Changes
2024
Shared Parenting Updates
Ohio updated shared parenting plan requirements.
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