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...
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More women pay child and spousal support
A recent study conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers discovered that almost half of the divorce lawyers who took part in the survey saw an increase in the number of women ordered by the court to pay alimony to an ex-spouse. Fifty-four percent also...
Protecting your business during a divorce
Couples in Kentucky and the rest of the United States who are facing divorce may find it challenging to navigate the process of the distribution of assets. This is especially true for couples who own businesses. Fortunately, there are several options to help ensure...
How a CDFA may help with your divorce finances
If you are getting a divorce in Kentucky and have not been very involved in the marital finances or are close to retirement, you might benefit from working with a certified divorce financial analyst. Some people may not have heard of a CDFA, often because they are not...
The costs of a divorce trial
A divorce trial is always an option when Kentucky spouses cannot settle their case. However, they need to know the impacts that a trial would have on every aspect of their lives before they elect to go to court. Divorce trials are in no way easy and should only be a...
Avoiding conflict in parenting after divorce
Going through a divorce in Kentucky could be a stressful and sad time. Spouses don't expect their marriages to fall apart, but such things happen; divorce might even occur after decades of marriage. Things become more complex when children are involved. Here are some...
Property division for divorcing couples
Both parties to a divorce in Kentucky possess some rights to assets and properties that are obtained while joined in matrimony. This is true whether the couple acquired the belongings through equal contributions or if one member of the marriage was mostly responsible...
What to bring for a meeting with a family law attorney
Kentucky is an equitable distribution state, which means that all property acquired during marriage is split fairly when a couple gets a divorce. In order to determine how to divide assets equitably, divorcing individuals first need to determine the value of their...
Workplace dos and don’ts during divorce
When people in Kentucky are going through a divorce, they might also worry that it will affect their employment. It can be difficult to stay focused and productive at work, but it is also important to work through difficult emotions and try to balance the different...
Why some parents divorce after children leave home
Divorce is on the rise among people over 50, and the empty nest could be a contributor. Once their children leave home, parents in Kentucky may find that they are not the same people they once were, and they might have little in common. They may have stopped viewing...
