Two Houses, Twice the Fun: How to Build New Halloween Traditions After Divorce

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   October 24th, 2026
Two Houses, Twice the Fun: How to Build New Halloween Traditions After Divorce

Halloween After Divorce: How Co-Parents Can Make It Spooktacular!

Halloween is about more than costumes and candy. For families navigating Halloween after divorce or separation, it is an opportunity to create new memories, maintain meaningful traditions, and remind children that they are loved every step of the way.

For many children Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year, from picking out the perfect costume to running from house to house collecting candy, the holiday is filled with anticipation and cherished childhood memories. But when parents live separately, even a seemingly simple holiday can bring unique challenges.

Halloween before divorce most likely had a predictable rhythm. Everyone knew their roles, from choosing costumes to mapping out the neighborhood trick-or-treat route. But when you are navigating life after a split or divorce, the old playbook gets thrown out the window.

If your parenting plan leaves Halloween as an afterthought, trying to coordinate schedules at the last minute can breed unnecessary tension.… View Full Article → “Two Houses, Twice the Fun: How to Build New Halloween Traditions After Divorce”

Divorce Paperwork in Ohio: What Forms Do You Need?

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   October 17th, 2026
Divorce Paperwork in Ohio: What Forms Do You Need?

Essential Paperwork Needed in a Ohio Divorce

Divorce involves more than deciding to end a marriage. There is also paperwork that must be completed and filed with the court throughout the process. Understanding the Ohio divorce paperwork required throughout the process can help you stay organized and avoid unnecessary delays. The necessary forms and requirements vary by county, so it is always important to check local court rules for specifics.

1. Ohio Divorce Paperwork: If You File for Divorce First

The spouse who begins a divorce case generally starts by filing a Complaint for Divorce. Ohio courts use different complaint forms depending on whether the couple have minor children or not.

Along with a Complaint for Divorce Without Children, you will need to complete a Basic Information form, a Notarized Income and Expenses Affidavit and a disclosure of property and debt. These forms provide the court with information about your income, expenses, assets, and debts.… View Full Article → “Divorce Paperwork in Ohio: What Forms Do You Need?”

Domestic Violence in the Digital Age: Understanding Technology-Facilitated Abuse

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   October 10th, 2026
Domestic Violence in the Digital Age: Understanding Technology-Facilitated Abuse

What to Do If You Suspect Technology-Facilitated Abuse

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is a time to recognize the devastating impact domestic violence has on individuals and families – and to remind survivors that help is available. But domestic violence does not always happen behind a closed door.

Increasingly, technology has become another tool used to intimidate, monitor, threaten, isolate, and control a partner. This behavior, known as technology-facilitated abuse, can involve phones, social media, GPS trackers, and connected devices. It is an emerging concern in domestic violence and deserves much more attention.

The Numbers Are Difficult to Ignore:

Domestic violence remains an enormous problem in the United States.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s most recent National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey, more than 1 in 3 women (34%) – nearly 43.5 million women – have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime.… View Full Article → “Domestic Violence in the Digital Age: Understanding Technology-Facilitated Abuse”

Financial Misconduct in Ohio Divorce: If You Suspect Something, Say Something!

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   October 3rd, 2026
Financial Misconduct in Ohio Divorce: If You Suspect Something, Say Something!

Understanding Financial Misconduct in an Ohio Divorce

Divorce is both an emotional and financial separation. Unfortunately, some spouses try to gain an unfair advantage through financial misconduct in an Ohio divorce, such as hiding assets, wasting marital property, or taking on secret debt before or during the divorce process.

Ohio law recognizes these actions as financial misconduct and allows courts to compensate the innocent spouse when misconduct is proven. The key is identifying the problem early. If something doesn’t seem right, tell your attorney.

What Is Financial Misconduct in an Ohio Divorce?

Under Ohio Revised Code Section 3105.171, financial misconduct occurs when a spouse knowingly dissipates, conceals, destroys, or fails to disclose marital assets. If proven, an Ohio court may award a larger share of the marital estate to the innocent spouse.

Common Examples

Financial misconduct in an Ohio divorce can take many forms, depending on the circumstances and the assets involved:

  • Hiding bank accounts, investments, or income
  • Transferring assets to friends or relatives
  • Gambling or excessive spending before divorce (this topic is covered more in depth here)
  • Using marital funds to support an extramarital affair
  • Concealing business income or manipulating financial records
  • Accumulating significant debt for non-marital purposes

These actions can significantly impact a fair property division.… View Full Article → “Financial Misconduct in Ohio Divorce: If You Suspect Something, Say Something!”

Tracking Your Spouse During an Ohio Divorce: What Ohio’s New Tracking Law Means for Families!

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   September 26th, 2026
Tracking Your Spouse During an Ohio Divorce: What Ohio’s New Tracking Law Means for Families!

What Does Ohio’s Tracking Law Prohibit?

Quick Answer: Ohio’s tracking law, R.C. 2903.216, generally prohibits knowingly using a tracking device or tracking application to track another person or their property without consent, subject to statutory exceptions. Importantly for divorcing spouses, consent previously given to tracking is presumed revoked when one spouse files for divorce or a petition for dissolution of marriage, and the statute generally provides 72 hours after service to uninstall or discontinue the tracking technology.

Ohio’s tracking law, Section 2903.216, may affect spouses going through divorce or dissolution. The law addresses the use of tracking devices and tracking applications and can become particularly important when a marriage is ending. The March 20, 2025 law specifically added provisions addressing divorce and dissolution, including the effect of a divorce complaint or dissolution petition on previously given consent to tracking. Continue Reading → about Ohio’s tracking statute, Section 2903.216.

Divorce and dissolution proceedings increasingly involve technology.… View Full Article → “Tracking Your Spouse During an Ohio Divorce: What Ohio’s New Tracking Law Means for Families!”

How Long Does Spousal Support Last in Ohio?

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   September 19th, 2026
How Long Does Spousal Support Last in Ohio?

When Can Spousal Support Last Indefinitely in Ohio?

How long does spousal support last in Ohio? When an Ohio court awards spousal support, one of the most important questions is how long the payments will continue. Contrary to a common misconception, a long marriage does not automatically mean permanent spousal support.

Ohio Generally Favors Time-Limited Support

In Kunkle v. Kunkle, 51 Ohio St.3d 64 (1990), the Ohio Supreme Court established that spousal support should generally be limited to a reasonable period and terminate on a date certain when the recipient spouse has the ability and potential to become self-supporting.

Kunkle identified circumstances that may justify indefinite support, including:

  • A marriage for a long duration;
  • Parties of advanced age; or
  • A spouse who has been a homemaker with limited opportunities to develop meaningful employment.

However, these circumstances do not automatically require indefinite support.

What Factors Determine How Long Spousal Support Lasts in Ohio?… View Full Article → “How Long Does Spousal Support Last in Ohio?”

Dumped from the Island: When One Partner Moves Out Before Filing for Divorce

By Guest Contributor Rachel Zagorski   |   September 12th, 2026
Dumped from the Island: When One Partner Moves Out Before Filing for Divorce

Moving Out Before Divorce in Ohio: The Real Danger

In the Love Island villa, getting “dumped” is a brutal but straightforward process. A text arrives, and within minutes, the single Islander has packed their bags and is on a flight back home. There are no lease agreements, no mortgage paperwork, and no arguments over who keeps the furniture.

Outside the villa, “coupling up” usually involves a legally binding contract, whether it be a residential lease, a mortgage, or a prenuptial agreement. When a relationship breaks down and you’re considering moving out before divorce in Ohio, you can’t just yell “I got a text!” and pack your bags without a strategy.

If you’re exhausted by the conflict, craving privacy, or wondering if you should take your things and go, here is how Ohio family law handles the choice to move out before filing for divorce.

The House: Do You Lose Your Rights When Moving Out Before Divorce in Ohio?… View Full Article → “Dumped from the Island: When One Partner Moves Out Before Filing for Divorce”
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