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MuesLaw Launches Legal Pulse Newsletter & Relaunches Ohio Family Law Blog

We’re excited to announce the inaugural edition of the MuesLaw Legal Pulse newsletter! This quarterly newsletter is designed to keep Ohioans informed about important family law updates, practical legal insights, and new resources from our firm.

Inaugural MuesLaw Legal Pulse Newsletter

The first edition of our Legal Pulse highlights the significant law change in March 2023 allowing postnuptial agreements in Ohio. Even if you already have a prenuptial agreement, a postnuptial agreement may be a powerful tool to protect your interests in a divorce or preserve your wishes upon death.

Read our prior blog about how postnuptial agreements may benefit you.

The newsletter also provides a snapshot of other relevant family law updates and tips for Ohio residents.

Understanding Ohio Postnuptial Agreements

Ohio’s 2023 law now makes it possible for spouses to create legally binding postnuptial agreements. These agreements can:

Protect assets and clarify property rights
Preserve your wishes in the event of divorce
Complement an existing prenuptial agreement

For anyone navigating marriage, divorce, or estate planning, understanding postnuptial agreements is increasingly important.… View Full Article → “MuesLaw Launches Legal Pulse Newsletter & Relaunches Ohio Family Law Blog”

Why an Ohio Separation Agreement for Dissolution is Crucial in Ending a Marriage

What Is an Ohio Separation Agreement for Dissolution?

For many, ending a marriage is a time filled with uncertainty. Nearly all aspects of a family’s life will change, including their finances, child care and custody, and living situations. In Ohio, other than by annulment, there are two ways to terminate marriages: divorce and dissolution. A properly drafted Ohio separation agreement for dissolution is required before a court will grant a dissolution. Divorces frequently require a significant amount of judicial intervention, which may not be preferable for spouses who are able to agree to terms of their separation without the need for a third party to make decisions for them. Dissolution is a more amicable alternative to divorce in which spouses both agree to ALL of the terms of their Ohio separation agreement for dissolution, terminating the marriage.

Dissolution is a process which allows the spouses to maintain a substantial amount of control over the outcome of their “uncoupling”.… View Full Article → “Why an Ohio Separation Agreement for Dissolution is Crucial in Ending a Marriage”

Divorced or Suddenly Single? How to Embrace Valentine’s Day!

How to Make Valentine’s Day After Divorce a Day of Renewal

Valentine’s Day can be complicated after a divorce – or even while you’re quietly considering one.

Valentine’s Day after divorce can feel complicated and emotional. While others celebrate romance, you may be navigating uncertainty, grief, or a brand-new beginning. Family law attorneys consistently report an increase in divorce inquiries after the holidays. The stress of November and December, the pressure to “hold it together” for family gatherings, and the natural reflection that comes with the New Year often lead couples to reassess their relationships. Some spouses also choose to wait until after the first of the year for financial reasons – including the ability to file taxes jointly if they were still legally married on December 31, depending on what makes sense for their specific financial situation.

By the time February arrives, emotions can still be raw. While the world celebrates roses and romance, you may be navigating uncertainty, grief, relief – or a complicated mix of all three.… View Full Article → “Divorced or Suddenly Single? How to Embrace Valentine’s Day!”

A Baby Boomer Phenomenon? Exploring Gray Divorce in Ohio

Gray Divorce in Ohio Rates Among Baby Boomers

In my practice as an Ohio divorce attorney, I continue to see more and more older couples pursuing what is often called a gray divorce in Ohio.. It seems like this is a good time to post an update on this topic. My last article was on May 4, 2024, which also included links to 5 previous posts of ours on this trend.

A “gray divorce” is a divorce after the age of 50. In Ohio, divorce among those 65 and older has skyrocketed within the past few decades. According to a 2024 report conducted by the National Center for Family & Marriage Research at Bowling Green State University (BGSU), the share of divorce rates among adults age 65 and older has nearly tripled since 1990. Interestingly, the research also demonstrates that divorce rates among those aged 50 to 64 slightly declined in 2022, indicating that gray divorce is more common among the baby boomer generation, or those born between the years 1946 and 1964.… View Full Article → “A Baby Boomer Phenomenon? Exploring Gray Divorce in Ohio”

The 3 C’s of Divorce: What They Are and How They Can Help You Uncouple Peacefully!

How the 3 C’s of Divorce Can Help You Uncouple Peacefully

It is no secret that divorce tends to be a highly stressful process. Following the 3 C’s of Divorce can make the process less stressful, less costly, and may even speed up the process.

1. Communication: A Core Principle of the 3 C’s of Divorce

Communication skills often impact one’s ability to negotiate. In her article, Rebecca Todd shares that “understanding how we communicate and what impact that can have on how we negotiate can help us to be better negotiators with better outcomes”. Negotiation is a critical skill in any collaborative divorce settlement, since an agreement will need to be filed with the court when the divorce is finalized.

Poor communication also tends to lead to conflict and confusion. When parties are straightforward it is easier to understand each other’s goals and priorities. It is important to note that a divorce with more conflict tends to be more expensive and lengthy than a divorce where parties communicate well with one another and their attorney.… View Full Article → “The 3 C’s of Divorce: What They Are and How They Can Help You Uncouple Peacefully!”

About Ohio Child Support with a Link to the Ohio Child Support Calculator Tool

The Ohio Child Support Calculator helps parents quickly estimate payments based on their income and family situation.

How the Ohio Child Support Calculator Works

Child support payments play a crucial role in supporting families and ensuring the well-being of children. This financial support helps cover essential expenses for children, such as housing, food, clothing, healthcare, and education. Further, determining and paying child support can provide an opportunity for parents to develop co-parenting skills and demonstrate empathetic communication during and after divorce. The financial and emotional impact of child support ensures that children maintain a good quality of life and have a sense of stability throughout the divorce and after.

Determining child support can seem daunting to parents going through a divorce. There are a multitude of factors that influence how much support is to be paid, such as how many children the parties have, the parties’ incomes, whether each parent has other children, the amount of spousal support paid, how health care and other extraneous child care costs are divided, and more.… View Full Article → “About Ohio Child Support with a Link to the Ohio Child Support Calculator Tool”

Thinking About a “Golden Remarriage”? Should I Consider a Prenuptial Agreement First?

golden remarriage prenuptial agreement planning later in life

Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement for a Golden Remarriage in Ohio?

Getting remarried later in life, also commonly referred to as a golden remarriage, or a second-chance romance is on the rise. Marriage for adults after age 60 may occur after the death of a spouse, or after a divorce, or after a life time of devoting oneself to a career and family. Older adults cite various reasons for remarrying. A golden remarriage prenuptial agreement is an important consideration for couples who are thinking about remarrying later in life.

Perhaps it is for the support of someone near their own age, or the concern of spending later years alone. It provides both companionship and intimacy and an increase in socialization. If you decide you want to remarry, congratulations! But before you walk down the aisle, there are many things to consider. Marriage at any age is a commitment, but getting married later in life has additional challenges that need to be addressed.… View Full Article → “Thinking About a “Golden Remarriage”? Should I Consider a Prenuptial Agreement First?”

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