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

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   January 10th, 2026
Thinking About a “Golden Remarriage”? Should I Consider a Prenuptial Agreement First?

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?”

New Years: Resolutions and Goals During and After Divorce

By Rachel Recker   |   January 3rd, 2026
New Years: Resolutions and Goals During and After Divorce

New Year’s Resolutions During Divorce, Setting Healthy Goals After Separation

PUBLISHER’S NOTE – This blog was written by Attorney Rachel Recker who has clerked with MuesLaw for the last seven months while attending the law school at the University of Dayton. She did a great job! I appreciate these observations from working in a law firm focusing on collaborative divorce. Rachel has “flown the coop” from MuesLaw and will soon be starting her career as an attorney with the Law Office of Emily Feliz Garcia in Springdale! We will all miss you, Rachel. Please stay in touch!

Why New Year’s Resolutions During Divorce Can Be Especially Challenging

With January being the start of divorce season, New Year’s resolutions during divorce can feel especially challenging as personal goals and legal decisions begin to overlap. One may think “After this divorce, I am going to get my finances back together!” or “Once the separation is finalized, I am going to finally take time for myself!”… View Full Article → “New Years: Resolutions and Goals During and After Divorce”

New Year’s Eve After Divorce: Tips on How to Make a New Beginning

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   December 27th, 2025
New Year’s Eve After Divorce: Tips on How to Make a New Beginning

New Year’s Eve After Divorce Tips

How to Approach New Year’s Eve After Divorce with Confidence

PUBLISHER’S UPDATE: Congratulations! We have all made it through Christmas and now New Year’s Eve is just a few days away. I have been considering what to post this week that was timely and relevant. I remembered the great piece we originally posted many years ago that Donna Ferber had written for her first book, From Ex-Wife to Exceptional Life: A Woman’s Journey through Divorce. I received a lot of compliments about it then. It is the perfect time to repost it! Enjoy! Her book is great and I share it with many divorce clients!

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New Scams to Avoid This Holiday Season!

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   December 20th, 2025
New Scams to Avoid This Holiday Season!

PUBLISHER’S NOTE:
It has been 3 years since I last posted an alert to our readers about the current holiday scams out there to avoid. Click here to read it. Well, wait until you read this new list of current scams to be on the lookout for! There are a couple of repeat scams, but a lot of new ones! It seems that with the advances of AI and new technology comes more tricky ways that scammers can take you money. Be careful and vigilant!

Holiday Scams to Avoid This Season: New Scams You Need to Know

With an increase in gift giving there is also an increase in online shopping. Scammers know that people are looking for gifts on social media and through websites. Scammers also know that websites and popular stores can provide customers with information through text messages. The holidays are costly enough without becoming a victim of scammers.… View Full Article → “New Scams to Avoid This Holiday Season!”

Lethal Domestic Violence Continues to Skyrocket!

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   December 13th, 2025
Lethal Domestic Violence Continues to Skyrocket!

Lethal Domestic Violence in Ohio Reaches Record Highs

Lethal domestic violence in Ohio has reached crisis levels in 2025, according to newly released data from the Ohio Domestic Violence Network. I have been practicing family law and handling divorce cases in Montgomery County and in the Miami Valley for 40+ years and have represented countless people who have been a victim of domestic violence. I have posted in this blog frequently about the devastating effect it has on people who have experienced this type of crime.

Domestic violence is a crime and illegal, and it includes physical assault, sexual abuse, stalking, economic control, or psychological aggression against a household member or a family member by another family member. Technology may also come into play where people are using social media and digital platforms to control and harass their victims.

In the United States, domestic violence is one of the most serious and concerning health crises in 2025.… View Full Article → “Lethal Domestic Violence Continues to Skyrocket!”

Why January Is Divorce Season: Understanding the Post-Holiday Spike in Divorce Filings

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   December 6th, 2025
Why January Is Divorce Season: Understanding the Post-Holiday Spike in Divorce Filings

Financial Reasons Behind Why January Is Divorce Season

January has long puzzled family-law attorneys, who often refer to the month as “Divorce Season.” Understanding why January is divorce season can help couples prepare emotionally and financially.

Sociologists at the University of Washington note that “To everything there is a season – even divorce”. The results of a UW study found that Family law attorneys nationwide report a 25% to 30% increase in divorce inquiries every January.

Why January Is Divorce Season for Many Couples 1. Taboos

There are numerous cultural holidays that are celebrated in December: Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Yule, Bodhi Day, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the Feast of Saint Nicholas, etc. These oftentimes sacred holidays can be a reminder that marriage is frequently thought of as a lifelong sacrament or a commitment to work through problems together, for better or worse. The holidays are also a reminder of the importance of family.… View Full Article → “Why January Is Divorce Season: Understanding the Post-Holiday Spike in Divorce Filings”

Tips for Stress Free Holidays After Divorce

By Robert "Chip" Mues   |   November 29th, 2025
Tips for Stress Free Holidays After Divorce

Publisher’s Note – The holidays are upon us! Having focused my practice the last 40 years on family law and divorces, I know how difficult this time of year can be for families trying to create stress free holidays after divorce. Often there are lots of crazy pressures coming from all directions!

That is one reason that every year a write or repost a blog with some tips on dealing with these holiday pressures. (If you are interested in reading more of them, enter “holiday” in the search bar above). This is a repost of one I wrote and posted on December 9, 2023.

I am a HUGE proponent of peaceful divorce uncoupling and helping parties’ work together to solve their differences – especially when there are children involved. The overriding goal should be to try to do everything that you can to focus on the kids and try to block out all concepts of “fairness” or on other adult issues.… View Full Article → “Tips for Stress Free Holidays After Divorce”

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