Divorce can be challenging, especially when there are children involved. Yet with commitment and cooperation, successful shared custody is possible, even after a high-conflict divorce. Following some key guidelines helps families navigate this tricky terrain. Create a...
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Choosing neutral meeting spots for shared custody exchanges
When parents decide to share custody of their children, finding common ground becomes important. Neutral meeting spots play a significant role in ensuring a smooth transition. Whether you exchange custody once a week or once a year, making the process calm and...
How does the court figure income for child support?
To determine child support obligations, Kentucky law requires figuring out the income of each parent. The law outlines exactly how this process works and what to do in situations where a parent is voluntarily underemployed or unemployed. Standard calculation The court...
Why put you need to put your child first in a divorce
Unfortunately, many marriages end in divorce. Although this is sometimes best for everyone concerned, you must put your child(ren) first when considering custody and divorce. It is easy to lose sight of what is truly important during an emotional divorce. One of the...
Graduating high school senior in the family? Remember to modify your child support.
High school graduation season is a busy time for parents and children alike. You may be organizing a graduation party to celebrate your child’s accomplishment. You might be helping your child prepare for college or getting them ready to move out on their own. One...
Attorney James Murphy wins appeal before Kentucky Supreme Court
It can be devastating when your mental health is used to challenge your fitness as a parent. Attorney James Murphy of HP Law, PLLC, recently argued and won a case before the Supreme Court of Kentucky. He represented a woman who had primary physical custody over her...
How will child support impact your 2019 tax return?
Changes to the federal tax laws affect parents who pay or receive child support. The person who pays child support cannot deduct this amount from taxable income. The person who receives income does not report it as income tax. Before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2018,...
What happens when parents disagree on custody?
With a new law passed in 2018, Kentucky is now the only state with default joint custody laws. Unless one parent can prove domestic abuse or neglect committed by the other parent, both have the equal right to parenting time. As part of your divorce agreement, you and...
Parental relocation after a divorce: It is possible
One of the consequences of a divorce with children is that the court can limit your ability to move. After all, you cannot legally do anything that infringes on your ex's rights to see the children. Moving them out of the state could make visitation impossible -- much...
Areas of your child’s life to include in child custody agreements
A child custody agreement outlines what both parents are responsible for when they are dealing with the children. When the divorce is first filed, they will usually enter into a temporary order, but they still have to determine the terms of a permanent order. This has...