Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio

Re: The other woman

The only conceivable reason that her attorney would want financial information from you is for purposes of determining child support. There is a line in the worksheet that asks for financial contributions from other household members. I gather from your question that you and he are living together, and might be considered a household. Unfortunately, it appears that the info that is sought is relevant to the divorce, so there's not much that can be done, although some sort of restraining order against her coming on your property might be appropriate.

Re: The other woman

Robert W. Cettel

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The information the attorney seeks is probably discoverable, particularly if you live with your boyfriend or share common assets such as bank accounts or a business. With regard to the harassment, I would contact the local prosecutor's office + determine if the harrassment violated a temporary restraining order in the boyfriend's divorce case. You may have a viable civil lawsuit.

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Re: The other woman

The discovery process in Ohio is very liberal. The attorney for the opposing party generally has the right to investigate your financial situation. Many times in divorce cases or child support cases parties believe that money is being hidden.

With regard to filing a lawsuit, your best bet is to contact the police or prosecutor regarding the harassment.

Thank you for letting me help.