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When is it appropriate for a parent to seek a post decree modification of child support in Louisville? Our Family Courts are far too busy to hear every potential child support or child custody modification case. Our Family Courts have established requirements which must be met prior to the filing of a post decree modification of child support. There is …
Would it surprise you to know our experienced divorce and family law attorneys can help you to reduce the emotional burden of your Louisville divorce? What are some of the ingredients of not only surviving but managing the divorce process in way which protects your overall physical and emotional health? We understand the process of getting to the decision to …
Did you know you could lose custody of your kids during or after a Louisville divorce? If you have children and are contemplating or in the process of a divorce you may believe child custody and parenting time are going to be equally divided between you and your former spouse. If your divorce has been completed and custody and parenting …
Does your child have a say in parenting time in Louisville divorce cases? When will Kentucky Family Court Judges consider the input of a child in custody and parenting time issues? Kentucky child custody and parenting time laws focus on a central theme: the best interests of the child. Our laws require Family Court Judges to presume that it is …
What’s the best way to accomplish your parenting time goals in a divorce? How will a Louisville Family Court judge usually approach child custody and parenting time? While each case is unique and different there are principles which apply to every case. The first is something you need to clearly focus on if you have kids and are seeking a …
Why should an unmarried father file a paternity case in Louisville? You may have completed paperwork at the hospital and you may be listed on the birth certificate as the father of the child. You may even be paying child support for your baby. However, there is one important legal issue you must be aware of: You have no rights …
We are often asked “If we share custody 50/50 will I have to pay child support?” This is a valid question, especially when one considers the fact that it is quite common for parents to share custody and parenting time quite evenly. Our Family Courts generally prefer this type of arrangement whenever possible. It is also important to note that …
Why do we have child support and under what conditions is child support to be modified? Parents are financially responsible for the support of their kids after a divorce. The purpose of child support is to ensure each child has the financial support necessary to provide for their needs of food, clothing, shelter and health. Child support orders may not …
It is important for the Court to ensure stable home environments for children during and after a divorce. One potential challenge for divorced parents in Kentucky revolves around keeping rules between households consistent for children. There are many aspects of divorce such as property division and resolution of custody, parenting time and support which take time and energy. However, the …
How important is a good parenting plan in a Louisville divorce? Your parenting plan will establish how you and your former spouse will share time with the children as well as the ability to make legal decisions regarding each child’s health, education and religious upbringing. The time you spend carefully planning this important schedule will have a tremendous impact not …