MILITARY DIVORCE

Special Considerations for Military Members and Spouses

Members of the military and their spouses may face additional challenges or complexities at the time of divorce. Whether you are a member of the military needing legal advocacy while overseas or you are a military spouse seeking a divorce, it is important to have a clear understanding of your rights and obligations from the outset. At Slater & Zurz, LLP, we represent members of the military or their spouses in complex cases involving divorce, child custody and child support.

Division of assets

Members of the military and their spouses face unique challenges involving the division of assets. Military pensions are often the most valuable asset at the time of divorce. Usually, the pension will be divided like other marital assets so long as the court has jurisdiction. Our attorneys are experienced in handling the division of pensions, VA disability, and issues related to the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP).

The Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act

Military members and their spouses face a unique situation in part, because of the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act, which may prevent a soldier or someone in military from being subject to divorce while they are in harms way. While many soldiers can waive this defense because they want a divorce too, they can face additional difficulties when seeking to resolve a divorce while overseas. Our attorneys can represent you if you are a member of the military or a spouse facing challenges with a divorce because of this legislation.

Child Support and Child Custody Issues

Child support is based on gross income, but for military personnel, their housing and food allowance is deducted from that income. In the state of Ohio, this is also considered part of your income in the determination of child support. Our attorneys can help you assert your rights, whether you are a spouse seeking to collect child support or a member of the military facing a child support issue.

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