Experienced Divorce Attorney in Akron Ohio

Family Law

Attorney Terilla understands how vitally important and, often delicate, issues of family law may be. Indeed, sometimes the disputes concerning custody, division of property and/or payment of debt can become quite acrimonious. While he is a highly experienced and tenacious litigator, he will also counsel you about how carefully negotiated settlements generally provide lasting and more satisfying results. Of course, if trial is necessary, he will be well prepared to aggressively protect your interests and endeavor to accomplish your goals.

Importantly, he recognizes that these matters are not just of the moment. The impact and consequences of resolving family law disputes are long-lasting and far-reaching. As such, Attorney Terilla is ever mindful of the impact on your future in his pursuit of the best possible result.

At your first consultation, Mr. Terilla will want you to explain your circumstances and overall objectives. He will take time to advise about your options and fully explain the steps and procedures that will best be necessary to achieve them.

Adoption

Adopting a child is a loving, exciting experience and commitment for you, your family and, of course, the child. Whether the adoption is private, step-parent or kinship, or if it's the re-adoption of a foreign decree, Attorney Terilla is dedicated to helping and guiding you throughout the entire process. You will be assisted in gathering and completing all the necessary documents and paperwork for filing. With his experience and expertise, you will be fully prepared to give testimony and produce evidence at any hearing that may be scheduled.

Feel free to call or email the office. Attorney Terilla will be happy to answer your questions, provide additional information and let you know what to expect legally, emotionally and financially.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

A prenuptial agreement is essentially a contract between two competent and consenting adults entered prior to their marriage to each other. The document typically addresses the separate property of each party, their intentions concerning marital property as acquired during their marriage and the disposition of all those things in the event of divorce, dissolution, or death. The agreement also may include provisions relative to spousal and/or child support.

In the past, a prenuptial agreement could not be changed or modified. However, on March 23, 2023, Senate Bill 210 was passed, allowing, through a postnuptial agreement, couples to modify and/or terminate most prenuptial agreements.

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are complex and legally distinct documents. Attorney Terilla has extensive experience in advising parties relative to the required disclosures necessary for preparing the various terms and conditions parties seek in a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, together with explaining the significance and consequence of such provisions.

You may call or email Attorney Terilla for more information or to schedule a consultation.