Louisville Family Law Blog
Five warning signs of divorce
Though some go into marriage with already wet feet, most don't foresee divorce in their future, but nonetheless, it's a commonality in our society. What leads to divorce? A lot of things. The big three? Infidelity, domestic violence and substance abuse according to a...
Deciding when it is best to give up the house during divorce
For some couples divorcing in Kentucky, one spouse would rather give up the house instead of keeping it. Sometimes, doing so makes more financial sense, and there could be personal reasons for letting go of the house. U.S. News & World Report gives insight on how...
Do you have everything you need in your child custody agreement?
It took a great deal of thought, but you and your current spouse have decided to end your married life together in Kentucky. You worry about how your shared children will take the news. Do you know what information the two of you need to include in the child custody...
Who gets to keep the race horses in a Kentucky divorce?
Thoroughbred horses that are born, raised and trained to run in the Kentucky Derby are generally considered personal property, which means they may get divided under the state's equitable distribution system. Some people in the Bluegrass State may mistakenly interpret...
Why are liquid assets important in a divorce?
There are different types of assets that can be divided up by a divorce court. Some assets are classified as liquid assets. These assets should not be overlooked in importance as you prepare to divide your property between you and your spouse. If you end your divorce...
How long does alimony last?
Alimony, or spousal support, is a court-ordered agreement in which one spouse must provide financial support to the other during or after a divorce. The goal of alimony is to provide for a spouse’s financial well-being until he or she can survive independently. If the...
Will you need a qualified domestic relations order in your divorce?
If you are involved in a divorce and have retirement accounts to divide, you will likely need a qualified domestic relations order, or QDRO. This is a court order that authorizes your plan administrator to divide your IRA, 401(k), pension or another retirement account...
What are some deciding factors in a relocation case?
If you and your child's other parent are no longer together, it can cause issues if one of you decides you need to move away. This is a major issue when it is the parent who has physical custody of the child or if you share parenting time. Obviously, one of you moving...
Why does gray divorce happen?
Colloquially referred to as a gray divorce, the trend of later-in-life divorces has received extensive media coverage in recent years. As the Baby Boomer generation ages and medical advances have allowed more people to live longer than in previous time periods, you...
What are some alimony alternatives?
One of the perks of a high asset divorce in Kentucky is that you have more assets to use in your negotiations with your spouse. This can be quite beneficial when it comes to paying alimony. According to Investor's Business Daily, finding different ways to appease a...
