Easing The Stress Of Your Family Law Matter
If you and your spouse decide to end your marriage, you must go through the process of dividing your assets and interests and starting separate lives. For civilians, the divorce process can have complications, but if you are in the military, there are additional...
Military service members make many personal sacrifices in serving their country. Their family lives are among the areas that are, sometimes, the most challenging. The stress from their jobs, the sometimes distance and time away from their families lead to many such...
When dealing with a high level of conflict in your divorce, it can take a toll on your mental, emotional and physical state. You may feel anxious, stressed, exhausted and overwhelmed. A high-conflict divorce also affects your ability to make objective decisions when...
After a divorce, many couples find themselves facing conflict regarding child custody and parenting time arrangements. Often, one of the ex-spouses feels as though he or she deserves a greater amount of time with the children. However, if you would like your fair...
If your spouse or partner has committed or threatened violence against you, you can ask the Kentucky court for a protective order. This legal document prevents the person from having contact with you. Learn more about seeking a protective order in Kentucky if you find...
When Bill and Melinda Gates announced their divorce in early May, the world was shocked. No one had suspected that this power couple's 27-year year marriage was on the rocks, and it sent shock waves throughout the tech industry, the philanthropic sector and the...
No couple wants to think about a potential split before they've tied the knot. However, if you or your partner own a business or if you are wanting to safeguard your assets, you may decide to pursue a prenuptial agreement. Do you need to hire an attorney for a prenup?...
Believe it or not, there is no specific statute in Kentucky which tells the court how to divide marital debts. Generally, the debt "follows" the asset. But all debts incurred during a marriage are not automatically deemed to be "marital" in nature. Courts in Kentucky...
The entry of a Decree of Dissolution does not necessarily put a final end on legal issues arising out of your marriage. First, there are many things you will need to take care of personally (i.e., changing your name on your Social Security card and driver’s license,...
Previously it was almost unheard of for a couple to divorce after 30, 40 or 50 years of marriage, but that’s no longer the case. It is also much more common for people to be in a second or third marriage by the time they approach retirement age. Like it or not, many...