Gone are days when divorces resulted in the mother of dependent children automatically receiving full custody. As social norms have changed, so have the ways in which children are protected and their rights are enforced in divorce proceedings. The historical format...
Louisville Family Law Blog
How to speed up your divorce
If you're going through a divorce in Kentucky, you already have enough to deal with. The last thing you probably want is for your divorce case to drag on and on indefinitely. The good news is that your divorce attorney also has the same goal of getting your case...
Tips for leaving a difficult marriage
Leaving a bad marriage can be very difficult even when you are unhappy in that relationship. You might be worried about finances or your children, or you simply could be in an unhealthy emotional dynamic that makes you question your own decisions. If you do decide to...
Dealing with retirement accounts during a divorce
Divorce is often difficult, and it can be especially difficult for couples who are older and thus have larger retirement accounts to worry about. States such as Kentucky have what is called marital property within their laws. That means anything that was introduced or...
Supportive friends and divorce
Most people understand that having a strong network of supportive friends and family is important in living a happy life. However, can having strong relationships also lead to divorce? According to one study by a sociologist at Pennsylvania State University, having...
How to talk to your kids about divorce
When you and your spouse in Kentucky decide to file for divorce, telling your children about the breakup can be more difficult than the divorce itself. If your children are a certain age, they might not even know what's going on. However, it's important to talk to...
What to expect if you want to relocate with your child
After a divorce, most people’s lives incur significant changes. For Kentucky parents, this might include relocating with their child. When this occurs, the parents must maneuver through the court process as there will usually be changes to the child custody order....
Why second marriages in Kentucky often end in divorce
If you're getting married for the second or third time, you might assume that you're going to be together for the rest of your lives. You've made a few mistakes in the past, but you've now got everything figured out, right? Actually, second and third marriages are...
How can parents negotiate a fair joint custody agreement?
While divorced parents in Kentucky might not like the idea of joint custody, it's often the best decision for the child. At first, the parents might find it difficult to cooperate with a former partner whom they don't want to see again. But if both parties are willing...
Why do people have trouble moving on after a divorce?
Once a divorce in Kentucky has been finalized, both parties might feel like they can finally move on with their lives. But when they go their separate ways, they may realize that moving on isn't as easy as it seemed. Moving on after a divorce presents a completely new...
