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Maintenance in Kentucky: what you need to know

The process of divorce can be complicated. Especially when it comes to financial matters like maintenance. In Kentucky, judges follow specific rules to determine if a spouse qualifies for maintenance. Understanding these rules can help you navigate your way through...

Do you have to pay child support if you do not work?

Child support is one of Kentucky's most critical components of family law. A question that often arises is whether a parent is responsible for paying child support if they do not work outside the home. This is especially relevant for stay-at-home parents or unemployed...

Kentucky ranks 5th nationwide in divorce rate

If you live in Louisville or anywhere in northern Kentucky, chances are good that you know somebody who has gotten divorced. In fact, the commonwealth's population has one of the highest divorce rates in the country, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor. The...

Protective orders, divorce, and children

Kentucky has established laws that pertain directly to the issuance of protective orders. They typically are associated with divorce cases, but are not necessarily limited in that scope. Judges in Kentucky can issue a protective order for anyone who is having an issue...

Properly preparing for a child custody hearing

Child custody negotiations and hearings need not be combative. Often, Kentucky parents may work out an arrangement that benefits them and the children. However, disagreements might exist, adding time and stress to the final decision process. Even when both parties...

What a good co-parenting plan needs

Child custody in Kentucky is less confusing when both parents agree to specific clauses and predetermined steps. Having order in place makes decisions easier and conflicts simpler to manage. You want to create a binding agreement that abides by local laws and empowers...