PUBLISHER’S UPDATE: Here is one of my favorites Divorce posts from back on March 16th, 2019! The advice rings as true now as it did then…We have a ton of interesting articles in our archives of the Ohio Family Law Blog. Use our Search tool and enjoy a few oldie but goodies! School Can Be Safe Place For Children Going Through Divorce Or Separation When a couple divorces, the children are obviously affected by the change in living circumstances. All children react differently. Some may experience severe emotional responses. Others may be somewhat relieved as there is not that constant tension be ..read more

Recent statistics show that the majority of Americans are now single, which has significant implications for society and the family structure From ‘I Do’ to ‘I Don’t’: Economic Shifts Behind The Majority of Americans Are Now Single As many of you who follow my blog know, I am a self-proclaimed statistic geek. Or maybe my wife gets credit for dubbing me with that title. Nonetheless, I enjoyed reviewing the statistics as it relates to my divorce law practice. For generations, most Americans have believed they will fall in love, get married, and raise children together. However, over the past 50 ..read more

PUBLISHER’S UPDATE: Here is one of my favorites posts on how to tell your children about your filing for divorce, from back on October 15th, 2022! We have a ton of interesting articles in our archives of the Ohio Family Law Blog. Use our Search tool and enjoy a few oldie but goodies! Filing For Divorce? Break The News To Your Children With These Recommendations Having been a divorce lawyer for over 40 years, I am asked this question frequently. I always appreciate the question. It shows appropriate concern and insight about the importance of handling this matter correctly. My advice is to spen ..read more

PUBLISHER’S NOTE: I first posted a version of this blog way back in July of 2014. I always think about this one I wrote when I am planning a blog post for the Independence Day holiday. I have reposted it several times since, and I am doing so again but with a few new updates. I hope you also have some wonderful 4th of July family memories, or perhaps you will create an incredible one this year for you and your family! Enjoy it and please remember that “The Red Ones are the BEST!” Family Law Attorney Chip Mues Recalls A Remarkable 4th of July Family Vacation Set In Maine It seemed appropriate t ..read more

It goes without saying, divorce is an extremely difficult and emotional journey. It can be overwhelming and it will most likely affect and change many aspects of life including finances. Financial preparation for divorce is crucial in order to move forward in your divorce. Separating finances with two spouses can be messy. In order to do so, each partner needs to prepare in order to ensure security and stability both during the divorce proceedings and after the divorce is finalized. There are certainly things both parties can do to financially prepare for divorce. Here are some tips for those ..read more

Discernment counseling for couples considering divorce provides clarity and guidance on whether to end the marriage or work on reconciliation. Understanding Discernment Counseling for Couples Considering Divorce When a couple is having marital problems, counseling is often one of the first steps they take. However, if you are one of those couples with a “mixed agenda”, meaning one partner is leaning towards wanting a divorce while the other is wishing to stay married, then discernment counseling might be a route to try. For those not familiar with it, discernment counseling is a type of couple ..read more

PUBLISHER’S UPDATE: Here is one of my favorites posts about child visitation exchanges, from back on June 13th, 2020! The advice rings as true now as it did then. …We have a ton of interesting articles in our archives of the Ohio Family Law Blog. Use our Search tool and enjoy a few oldie but goodies! Visitation Exchanges. Do this to Avoid Friction with your Ex! Visitation exchanges and custody exchanges can be uncomfortable and sometimes downright combative depending upon the relationship between the parents. They can also be stressful to your child as well. The overall objective needs to be t ..read more

What does the new Ohio Senate Bill 208 military school choice mean for Military families? Impact of Ohio Senate Bill 208 Military School Choice on Military Families Reflecting on the recent Memorial Day holiday and thinking about how much our military families have sacrificed and continue to do so, I wanted to draw attention to Senate Bill 208 which was passed by the Ohio Senate on May 22, 2024. State Sen. Kristina Roegner, R-Hudson is credited with being the primary sponsor of the bill and says that it was brought to her attention as an issue of great importance by the Department of Defense ..read more

Practical Advice for Parents Post-Ohio Supreme Court Ayers v Ayers Child Support Decision What Legal Professionals Need to Know About the Ohio Supreme Court Ayers v. Ayers Child Support Decision On May 15, 2024, the Ohio Supreme Court Ayers v. Ayers child support decision reversed the judgment of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and remanded the issue to the trial court. The issue on appeal in the Ohio Supreme Court Ayers v. Ayers child support decision was whether the Court must infer that the domestic-relations court made a proper determination of a parent’s voluntary unemployment when it ..read more

Steps to Take When Facing Divorce Lawyer Problems How Divorce Lawyer Problems Can Impact Your Case Outcome No one wants to be in a position to get divorced. Marriage is meant for life, right? Unfortunately, that is not always the case. So, for whatever the reason, you determine that your marriage has irretrievably broken down. You start the lawyer selection process. You listen to friends, interview several divorce lawyers, exercise due diligence and finally make your decision. You then formally hire your divorce lawyer. Now, in the midst of your divorce action, you are becoming concerned that ..read more