Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Cleveland Family Law Partner
Laubacher & Co. & Co. has provided compassionate and strategic legal counsel to families in Cuyahoga and Lorain Counties for over 25 years. Our team of four attorneys and four staff members specializes in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and domestic violence cases. We prioritize clients' rights and children's futures while offering complimentary consultations. Our local expertise in Ohio's legal system ensures personalized strategies tailored to each case.We emphasize integrity, honesty, and client-focused service, maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. With a commitment to both experience and empathy, we guide clients through complex legal challenges while fostering trust and transparency. Our goal is to empower clients to achieve optimal outcomes and move forward confidently.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Domestic Violence
Spousal Support
Prenuptial Agreements
Grandparents' Rights
Guardianships
Property Division
Mediation
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in Ohio family law.
- Our team provides personalized, client-focused legal strategies.
- We maintain the highest standards of integrity and honesty.
- Complimentary consultations help clients understand their options.
- Local expertise in Cuyahoga and Lorain County legal systems.
What people say
Professional and thorough
Fair and equitable settlement
Made me feel comfortable
Outstanding person and resource
Second to none experience
Services
Divorce
Our Cleveland divorce attorneys guide clients through contested and uncontested divorce proceedings. We focus on protecting assets, determining spousal support, and resolving custody matters while minimizing emotional stress. With deep knowledge of Ohio's family laws, we advocate for equitable property division and fair parenting plans. Our team prepares comprehensive strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances, ensuring informed decision-making throughout the legal process.
Child Custody
We help parents navigate complex child custody arrangements in Ohio's Cuyahoga County courts. Our attorneys address legal and physical custody determinations, visitation rights, and modification requests while prioritizing children's best interests. We assist with creating parenting plans that maintain stability for children during transitions. Our approach balances legal advocacy with compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging situations.
Spousal Support
Our firm handles temporary and permanent spousal support determinations based on Ohio's statutory factors. We analyze income disparities, marriage duration, and living standards to pursue fair financial arrangements. We also assist with modifying existing support orders when circumstances change, ensuring compliance with evolving legal requirements while protecting clients' financial interests.
Domestic Violence
We provide urgent legal protection for domestic violence victims through restraining orders and custody modifications. Our attorneys handle emergency ex parte hearings and full court proceedings to establish long-term safety measures. We address possession of shared residences, child custody reallocations, and counseling requirements while maintaining strict confidentiality for vulnerable clients.
Child Support
We calculate child support according to Ohio's income guidelines while considering special needs and extracurricular expenses. Our team enforces payment compliance, modifies existing orders for changed circumstances, and defends against unwarranted claims. We explain how parenting time percentages affect financial obligations and ensure accurate documentation of income sources for proper calculations.
People
Eric R. Laubacher
Founder, Attorney
Eric R. Laubacher & Co. & Co. established the firm's reputation for compassionate family law representation over decades of practice. He specializes in complex divorce cases involving high-value assets and contentious custody disputes. His approach combines legal expertise with understanding of clients' emotional needs during transitional periods. Eric maintains active involvement in every case he accepts.
Questions
What documents should I bring to my initial consultation?
Bring marriage certificates, financial statements, custody agreements, and any existing court orders to help us understand your situation comprehensively.
How does Ohio determine child custody?
Courts prioritize the child's best interests, considering parental relationships, stability, and the child's needs when creating custody arrangements.
Why work with a local Cleveland family lawyer?
Local attorneys understand Cuyahoga County court protocols, judge tendencies, and regional legal interpretations that affect case outcomes.
Can custody arrangements change after divorce?
Yes, modifications are possible with significant changes in circumstances affecting the child's welfare through formal court petitions.
How does shared parenting affect child support?
Support calculations consider both parents' incomes and time spent with the child, aiming for equitable financial responsibilities.
What constitutes spousal unfitness in Ohio?
Substance abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or inability to provide basic care may impact parental fitness determinations.
