The process of establishing paternity simply refers to discovering who a child's father is. It's often assumed with married couples, even though this can technically be wrong in some cases, but establishment of paternity may be necessary with unmarried couples,...
child custody
Communication needs don’t always go away after divorce
One of the biggest challenges for people in a marriage is communication. When two people have to make big decisions together on a regular basis -- or even just decide who'll make coffee in the morning -- communication issues are almost impossible to expunge...
Child custody and parenting plans
Child custody and visitation can be a very challenging aspect of divorce and family law. In particular, parents may worry about how they are going to be able to continue to spend time with their children on a regular basis. However, there are some things you can put...
Seek assistance to deal with custody relocation issues
Last month, we provided some tips for working together to effect a relocation of one or both parents during a custody situation. We noted that some situations call for relocation, such as one parent receiving a job offer in another city or state that simply can't be...
Frequently asked questions about child custody and visitation
Q: How is child custody categorized in Kentucky? When the court is deciding child custody, there are three main categories it must consider in its decision, the court must weigh: Physical vs. legal custody Permanent vs. temporary custody Sole vs. joint custody Q:...
How does relocation affect child custody negotiations?
Although agreeing to a child custody and visitation plan can be challenging even under the best circumstances, a parent’s intention to relocate can throw another wrench in the process. Here are a few tips that may help parties reach a resolution sooner. First,...


