How long does spousal maintenance last after a Kentucky divorce?
Spousal maintenance – also known as spousal support or alimony – can be a very contentious issue during a Kentucky divorce. Spouses who have lower earning potential often seek alimony as a way to maintain their standard of living or simply establish themselves independently during and after the divorce. Fear of reduced living standards and […]
A collaborative divorce can save time and money
In the past, divorce was thought of as an adversarial process wherein one party wins all and the other is left with nothing. Nonetheless, this perception of divorce is gradually starting to change. Collaborative divorce has become much more popular in recent years. This approach still requires both parties to have their own legal representation, […]
Getting the most out of a collaborative divorce
A litigated divorce can be both time-consuming and resource-intensive, so smart couples look for ways to end their divorce more amicably. A collaborative divorce is one such option. The primary goal of collaborative divorce is to help the couple reach a mutually-beneficial settlement on various aspects of the divorce such as child custody, spousal support […]
2 mistakes with the kids to avoid during divorce
Avoiding Divorce Mistakes With Kids For many people, divorce is one of the most stressful life experiences they can go through. Things become even more complicated when children are involved. While there are likely to be certain issues during the divorce that you and your spouse do not see eye-to-eye on, from property division to […]
Can you handle property division outside court?
The narrative surrounding divorce is changing as the years go by. Divorce is no longer viewed as a conflict court process only. People are now using alternative ways, including collaborative divorce, to resolve their disputes without going to court. Collaborative divorce offers significant benefits, but can it be successfully employed in property division? The following […]
Collaborative divorce is a smart choice for older couples
Divorce can be difficult at any age, but for couples over 50, the process can be incredibly challenging. You may have thought you were past the age where divorce was a possibility, or you may have been considering divorce for several years. You may have been married for decades, built a life together and accumulated […]
3 potential reasons to keep the family home together
In divorce, most couples will decide to sell the family home. The reason for this is that it is easy. If they are dividing assets, selling the home means that they just have to divide the money that they made in the sale. However, there are situations in which two divorced individuals will decide to […]
Kentucky’s Big Child Support Law Changes
Governor Andy Beshear signed House Bill 501 into law on April 8, 2022 amending Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) Section 403.212, which governs how child support is calculated in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. However, House Bill 501 also stated that these changes would not be effective until March 31, 2023, which has led to significant changes […]
5 tips for making co-parenting easier
Going through a divorce when you have children can be a traumatic experience. As parents, your primary focus has to be making sure the kids have what they need while this transition occurs. One way you can do this – provided that your child’s other parent is a fit parent – is to co-parent in […]
What is sole custody in Kentucky?
After you and your spouse divorce, you’ll likely have to figure out a custody plan. Most experts (and the courts), believe that parents should come to a mutual understanding and create a joint custody agreement concerning their children’s best interests. A joint custody order is an arrangement in which both parents come together to ensure […]
