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F.A.Q.

F.A.Q. (Frequently asked questions) about Divorce, Custody, and the Ohio Family Law Blog published by Holzfaster, Cecil, McKnight & Mues. Please click on the question you are most interested in.
FAQ :: DIVORCE, CUSTODY and FAMILY LAW
Updated: July 19, 2008

How should I select a divorce lawyer?

An excellent question! Robert L. Mues, the managing partner of Holzfaster, Cecil, McKnight & Mues, has written a two-part article on that topic which has been posted to his Ohio Family Law Blog. To read it, click here.

Do you represent both males and females in family law matters?

Yes, we strive to provide exemplary legal services to all our clients regardless of their sex. Our representation is not biased towards one gender. Divorce and family law cases are all different and unique depending upon the blend of issues and facts. Our firm is very attuned to try to assist our clients with both the legal and emotional side of a divorce case. The firm has adopted the American Bar Association's Standards for family law practitioners. Click here to see. If you have not taken the opportunity to look at the Ohio Family Law Blog, which we publish, it contains an extensive amount of information that may be helpful to your issues.

I've got problems at home with my spouse and I'm not sure what to do. Might you be able to help?

Yes, this is a very common question and we regularly meet with clients in this situation to try to give them a better understanding of the legal implications of their circumstances. In addition, if you've not already done so, please take a look at the Ohio Family Law Blog, which we publish. It contains an extensive amount of information that may be helpful to your issues.

What separates your firm from other divorce and family law lawyers?

Our family law lawyers are well seasoned and experienced. Robert L. Mues, the managing partner of HCM&M, has 30 years experience with family law matters. Mr. Mues is the publisher of the Ohio Family Law Blog. Attorney Anne Shale has 21 years experience in family law. Holzfaster, Cecil, McKnight & Mues has received the highest rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review for ethical standards and legal ability. Our goal as family law attorneys is to take a holistic view of our clients' needs and develop a multi-disciplinary plan to meet those needs. We have forged strong relationships with professionals from other disciplines including accountants, mental health counselors, social workers and financial planners. Utilizing this approach we are often able to help our family law clients avoid unnecessary emotional distress. To learn more about family law issues in Ohio, click here to be taken to the Ohio Family Law Blog.

Tell me more about your "Ohio Family Law Blog".

Individuals facing the possibility of a divorce often have a strong desire to obtain helpful information to assess their specific circumstances and to better understand their situation. In order to help meet this need, Robert L. Mues launched the Ohio Family Law Blog in 2007. The mission of the blog is to provide the public a wealth of important information regarding family law issues with a focus on the law in Ohio. This blog is the first and only family law blog in the State of Ohio and continues to be well received, with articles having been quoted in various other divorce and family law blogs throughout the United States. In addition, Mr. Mues has discussed family law issues arising from his blog on National Public Radio. To jump over to the Ohio Family Law Blog, click here. Not only will the blog provide valuable information, it will give you an opportunity to appreciate the professionalism and philosophy of the family law practitioners at HCM&M.

Have you adopted the American Bar Association's Family Law Standards?

Yes. The American Bar Association Section of Family Law has adopted standards setting forth the manner in which counsel should treat their clients, opposing counsel as well as the court. Our family law attorneys have adopted and continue to practice those standards every day. To read the American Bar Association Section of Family Law Civility Standards, please click here.

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