Licking County Divorce & Custody for Men
Andrew Russ Law, LLC represents men and fathers in Licking County divorce, custody, parenting-time and paternity matters. Whether you live in Newark, Heath, Pataskala or another Licking County community, you can begin with a scheduled Zoom consultation and work directly with Andrew, a solo attorney with 25 years of legal experience.
Divorce and dissolution: clarify the decisions ahead
Ending a marriage can involve several decisions at once: where each spouse will live, how bills will be handled, what happens to property and debts, and how children will spend time with each parent. Andrew can discuss the issues that remain unresolved, the documents you have received and the options relevant to your circumstances. A consultation also helps identify upcoming deadlines and the information needed to evaluate a proposed agreement.
Custody, parenting time and unmarried fathers
For fathers, the practical details of parenting arrangements matter. Bring a clear account of the current schedule, school and transportation needs, work commitments and any existing orders. If you were not married to the child's mother, identify whether paternity has been established and whether a court has already addressed custody or parenting time. Andrew can review those starting points with you rather than assume that every father's situation follows the same path.
Existing orders and changed circumstances
The firm also assists with concerns about modifying or enforcing existing orders. Before your meeting, gather the most recent order, any pending motion and notices of scheduled hearings. Explain what has changed or what part of the order is causing difficulty. Include the county where the case is pending, even if you now live elsewhere; your address alone does not identify the proper court.
Licking County court resources
The Licking County Domestic Relations Court is located at 75 East Main Street in Newark. Its published jurisdiction includes divorce, dissolution, related parenting and support matters, and paternity cases. The court's official forms and local rules provide useful starting resources. Check current instructions and your own notices; a general website cannot determine which filing or procedure fits your case.
Request a Zoom consultation
Use the form below or our contact page to provide your county, a brief case summary, any court deadline and two or three late-afternoon times for Zoom. Andrew replies by email within two business days to arrange an appointment. Keep the initial summary brief and have your court papers and questions ready for the meeting.
The usual initial retainer is $2,500 and may vary by case. Additional fees and expenses may apply. Fees and terms will be explained before you decide whether to retain the firm. Initial consultations are by appointment via Zoom; office meetings are by appointment at the firm's listed Columbus or Millfield offices.
Explore our fathers' rights services and divorce and custody representation. This page provides general information, not legal advice. Requesting a consultation does not establish an attorney-client relationship.
