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What is the process for modifying child custody and parenting time orders in Jefferson County? The experienced family law and post-decree modification attorneys at Dodd & Dodd have represented clients in these cases for decades here in Louisville courts. It is quite common for Jefferson County courts to hear child custody and parenting time modification cases. These cases can be …
What is a QDRO and why is a QDRO important in a Louisville divorce? A Qualified Domestic Relations Order or QDRO is a legal document which allows the administrator of a retirement plan such as a 401(k) to actually act upon the orders of a judge in a Louisville or Jefferson County divorce. Retirement accounts, or at least the portion …
How should you handle a restraining order in a Louisville divorce? What impact will domestic violence allegations have upon your divorce? Can restraining orders affect child custody and parenting time? Domestic violence is a serious issue, and Dodd & Dodd is concerned about the protection and safety of all parties and the children in these situations. There are genuine instances …
What are some of the best strategies for supporting your children through a divorce in Jefferson County? Many psychologists focus on helping the child to see the divorce as a change of circumstances and not the end of the world. This perspective combined with both parents remaining emotionally as well as physically involved in the child’s life are keys to …
Is it harder for a business owner in a divorce in Louisville or Jefferson County? Kentucky business owners may wish to learn more about how their business will be handled in a divorce. Business owners who are facing the end of a marriage may confront challenges which simply aren’t relevant to other couples. You’ve poured your life and hard work …
One of the first issues Dodd & Dodd often manages for our clients is the request for an order of temporary maintenance in a Louisville divorce. The court recognizes the need to maintain a fairly level playing field between the spouses during a divorce, and there are many grounds to request an award of temporary maintenance to provide financial stability …
Did you know that managing your emotions in a Louisville divorce will save time and money while enhancing peace of mind? Let’s be candid – divorce is a very emotional thing for most people. This isn’t going to be easy, but you can make a few choices which will make the experience easier for you to bear. One of the …
What is a gray divorce in Louisville or Jefferson County Kentucky? The term “Gray Divorce” has gained a lot of visibility in the past several years. Gray divorce refers to divorce cases when the parties are 50 years of age or older. There were concerns in recent studies which showed gray divorce had doubled over the past 30 years. It …
What happens if you aren’t satisfied with the orders of a Jefferson County Family Law Judge? This question embodies an important issue for those who have just come out of a ruling, and for those who have yet to begin the divorce process. There is rarely a “win” or “lose” decision in family law. Our Judges seek a fair “middle …
What are your options for responding to a divorce petition in Louisville or Jefferson County San Diego? What happens if you don’t answer the petition at all? Either party in a Kentucky marriage has the right to file a petition for divorce. You officially become the respondent when the petition and a summons are served. The first choice you have …