INSTRUCTIONS: OHIO DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE WITHOUT MINOR CHILDREN PACKET

Couples who wish to separately in Ohio and cooperate throughout can represent themselves in a divorce. This article discusses one packet put together containing all documents potentially necessary in a Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children filed jointly. These documents can be obtained separately or with modifications from your local courthouse.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 1: The first documents in this packets are blank worksheets to be used for computational purposes. These are only for your use and will not be submitted to the court.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 2: The most important of the court forms is the first, which is the Petition and Waiver of Service. This is a jointly signed and filed complaint seeking the dissolution of your marriage which confirms you have completed a separation agreement detailing how to handle all aspects of your divorce.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 3: The next document is the Separation Agreement (Exhibit A), which details how you will handle division of assets, debts and property, as well as alimony.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 4: The next court document is a Decree Of Dissolution Of Marriage. You can complete this document but it will only be approved and confirmed by a judge after a review of your petition and separation agreement.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 5: The next two documents are Waivers of Representation submitted by each spouse confirming they are voluntarily not making use of professional legal representation.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 6: The next documents are also waivers. One is a request to waive the fourteen day objection period to allow a spouse to file a response. You may also file waivers surrendering your right to any property or to request financial documentation.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 7: Alternately, you may be required to fill out a Financial Disclosure Affidavit by a judge to confirm your separation agreement is fair and legal.

Ohio Dissolution Of Marriage Without Minor Children Packet Step 8: You may wish to file a waiver requesting a change of venue if you plan on moving to another county. This form is also included.