
Quoting
Synposis of Ohio Revised Code Sections 3105.18, 3105.71, and 3105.17
Either spouse may be awarded reasonable spousal support, in lump sum or in periodic payments, based on a consideration of the following factors:
(1) whether the spouse seeking support is the custodian of a child whose condition or circumstances make it appropriate for that spouse not to seek outside employment;
(2) the earning ability of both spouses;
(3) the income of both spouses, including marital property apportioned to each spouse and each spouse's ability to meet his or her needs independently;
(4) the contribution of each spouse to the education, earning ability, and career-building of the other spouse, including the spouse's contribution to the earning of a professional degree by the other spouse;
(5) the age of the spouses;
(6) the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of the spouses;
(7) the relative assets and liabilities of the spouses, including any court-ordered payments;
(8) the educational level of each spouse at the time of the marriage and at the time the action for support is commenced;
(9) the standard of living during the marriage;
(10) any pension or retirement benefits of either spouse;
(11) the duration of the marriage;
(12) the tax consequences of the award;
(13) the time and expense necessary for the spouse seeking support to acquire education, training, or job experience to obtain appropriate employment;
(14) the lost income-producing capacity of either spouse resulting from marital responsibilities; and
(15) any other relevant factor.
Marital fault is not a consideration.
The court may require a spouse to provide health insurance coverage for the other spouse.