James H. Allison received his undergraduate degree from the Ohio State University with a major in English and Psychology and his law degree from the University of Toledo.  Mr. Allison was a member of the law firm of Carlile Patchen Murphy & Allison until 1991 and has since been a member of the law firm of Hill Allison & DeWeese.  Mr. Allison concentrates his legal efforts in divorce, dissolution of marriage, child custody, spousal support tax considerations, and the psychological concerns in all areas of family law.  He represents several non-profit corporations, professional corporations, and has extensive experience in general business law, retirement planning, and real estate.  He has a substantial litigation practice in central Ohio, with extensive experience in the analysis of complex business valuations.  Mr. Allison is a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and is a member of the family law, probate, and business law sections of the American Bar and the Ohio State Bar Associations.  He is past Chairman of the Columbus Bar Association Family Law Committee and has been selected as one of the "OHIO SUPER LAWYERS," an honor given to less than 5% of Ohio attorneys by secret ballot of licensed preeminent attorneys in their practice area.

Click on the links below to view articles containing information and facts regarding family law issues prepared by Mr. Allison:

• Divorce and Dissolution
• With Whom Should the Child Reside in a Divorce?
• How is Child Support Calculated, Collected and Paid?
• Can I Relocate to Another City With My Children?
• Good Communication Critical for Children.
• Does my Child Need a Person to Talk to in my Divorce?
• Division and Allocation of Assets and Liabilities.
• Spousal Support Payments Can be Tax Deductible.
• How Can I Receive Social Security Benefits and Health Insurance Benefits?
• What if my Spouse is in the Military?
• When do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

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