Ohio Divorce Guide

Complete guide to divorce laws, costs, timeline, and process in Ohio
Updated for 2026 with state-specific AI predictions

6-12 months

Average Duration

$12,000

Average Cost

6 months

Residency Req.

30-90 days

Waiting Period

Verified95

Ohio Divorce Quick Facts

Property Division

Equitable Distribution

Grounds

Fault or no-fault

Alimony

Income, age, duration, standard of living

Child Support

Income shares model

What Makes Ohio Divorce Unique

Both fault and no-fault available

Variable waiting period based on agreement

Equitable division of marital property

Spousal support factors detailed

Shared parenting plans available

Parenting coordinator in high-conflict cases

Ohio Divorce Process Timeline

Week 1-2
Filing
Meet residency requirement (6 months), file petition, serve spouse
Month 1-3
Response & Discovery
Spouse responds, both parties exchange financial information and documents
Month 3-8
Negotiation
Settlement discussions, mediation if required, division of assets and debts
Month 9-12
Finalization
Court approval, waiting period (30-90 days), final decree entered

Find Ohio Divorce Professionals

Family Law Attorneys

150+

Mediators

45+

Divorce Coaches

60+

CDFAs

30+

Therapists

80+

Get Your Ohio Divorce Prediction

See your settlement amount, timeline, and custody outcome
Based on Ohio laws and historical cases