We are often asked questions such as "Does it really matter who files first for divorce?" or "What happens if my spouse files first?" No one should be in a race to file their divorce papers, unless their case involves domestic violence, child abuse, or other criminal activity where it may be prudent to seek an emergency restraining order. However,...
Effective Divorce Strategies in Louisville
Most of those who file are concerned about efficient and effective divorce strategies in Louisville. Many Kentuckians attempt to handle a divorce on their own and file without representation to save some of the cost. Family Law Fact #1: less than half of those who initially file their cases for a divorce in Louisville without an attorney...
What are Temporary Orders in a Louisville Divorce?
What are temporary orders in a Louisville divorce? Once your divorce case is filed and all parties are "before the Court" one of the first orders of business is usually a request to establish temporary or interim child custody and parenting time, as well as child support and maintenance payments. The primary purpose behind temporary...
Spouses Owe Each Other a Fiduciary Duty In a Louisville Divorce
Did you know that spouses owe each other a Fiduciary Duty during a Louisville divorce? What obligation do former spouses have to one another from a financial perspective until their divorce is finalized? If you are considering or going through a divorce in Jefferson County or Louisville it is important to understand the "fiduciary duty"...