Kentucky divorce goes awry: Here’s what happened
A Kentucky judge threw both a divorcing couple and their attorneys a major curveball early last month when she declined to grant their petition for a dissolution of their marriage. Years ago, it wasn’t that unusual for couples to find ending their marriage a challenge. Today, however, “no-fault” divorces have become the rule — not […]
Will the Kentucky courts uphold your prenuptial agreement?
If your marriage hasn’t been great lately, you may start thinking about divorce, which could involve litigation or a settlement followed by court. More couples than ever now draft prenuptial agreements to make the divorce process easier. Provided that the document is valid and enforceable, a prenuptial agreement can mean a faster and cheaper uncontested […]
What is supervised visitation?
When a couple has divorced, the courts will seek to offer rulings that reflect the best interests of the child. This can be challenging at the best of times, but when one parent is undergoing difficulties such as mental health issues or addiction, the process may be trickier. In cases like this, the Kentucky courts […]
3 custody issues you can solve with collaboration
Any married couple considering divorce could benefit from collaborative divorce. A collaborative divorce can be cheaper and faster than a litigated divorce. It also puts the couple in the driver’s seat, rather than handing all of the authority over to a judge. If you and your spouse share children, collaborative divorce can be particularly beneficial. […]
Is your divorce headed to litigation?
Sometimes, people can be unreasonable. If they’re hurt or feeling bad about a situation, it’s much more likely that they’ll do things that you disagree with to try to get back at you or make you suffer the way they are. That’s why some spouses argue against any reasonable solution to a divorce and push […]
Do you want to terminate the collaborative process?
Collaborative divorces offer a good alternative to dealing with the stress and expense of a litigated divorce. Collaborative divorces allow both individuals to settle disputes out of court with each party compromising and working together. Is it possible for this collaborative process to end once it has begun? Individuals going through a divorce may choose […]
Will your spouse’s deferred compensation impact your divorce?
Divorce is often more complex for high-asset families. The more money and property that you and your spouse accumulated during your marriage, the more complicated it will be for the two of you split up all of that property. Not only is there more for a couple to fight over, but the assets themselves often […]
When does your spouse’s spending have an impact on your divorce?
When you get married, you combine your finances and household with your spouse. When you do, you accept some risk for your spouse’s behavior. Most people enter into marriage in good faith and assume that their spouse will make decisions that benefit the entire family. Unfortunately, some people misuse marital income or shared assets, especially […]
Strategies for coping with a hostile former spouse
Explosive marriages often lead to explosive divorces that, sometimes, lead to a high-conflict relationship for the rest of your life. When kids figure into this family equation, matters can become more tension-filled, too. How do you deal with a former spouse who, at nearly every turn, attempts to squish you, stamp you out and disregard […]
Privacy matters when high-profile athletes divorce
Both professional athletes and college athletes aspiring to join professional leagues have to protect their reputations and personal brands. If these athletes divorce, personal mistakes and criminal activity could affect someone’s ability to renew their contract or get recruited to the best teams. Mistakes in your private life could limit both your employment options and […]
