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The term “child custody” is often used by parties going through a divorce here in Louisville. What are the elements of physical and legal custody in a Louisville divorce? The Difference Between Physical Custody and Legal Custody There are two separate forms of custody when it comes to a child or children in Kentucky divorce cases: physical custody and legal …
Parents who are seeking a divorce in Louisville or Jefferson County might not understand the difference between parenting time physical custody and legal custody of a child. What are the legal forms of parenting time and child custody and how are those different than common terms such as “shared parenting” or “joint custody.” What do you need to know about …
We are often asked about parenting plans in a Jefferson County or Louisville divorce. What is a parenting plan, and what is the difference between child custody and parenting time? A parenting plan is an agreement between the spouses which establishes all aspects relating to spending time with your children after a divorce as well as the decisions that will …
Jefferson County couples going through a divorce may not know the child custody options available to a judge when deciding issues regarding children during a divorce. When judges make any decision regarding the custody of a child they must give serious consideration to many factors, including but not limited to: the child’s age the child’s health existing patterns regarding education, …
What constitutes parenting time in Louisville and Jefferson County child custody cases? How is parenting time established as part of your divorce case? The central legal focus and principle in these cases is “the best interests of the child(ren).” Always remember this guiding principle as this will be the primary basis upon which any parenting time agreement will be evaluated …
What is the difference between physical custody and legal custody in an Oceanside, Encinitas or Louisville divorce? When we speak of child custody and parenting time in Kentucky they are rooted in the legal concepts of physical custody and legal custody. Physical custody is associated with the right to have a child live within your household. Legal custody is associated …
What is the difference between physical custody and legal child custody and how are these different than parenting time in a Louisville divorce? Most people understand parenting time is the schedule of visitation for each child after a divorce. Our courts believe it is in the best interest of a child to spend quality time with each parent and parenting …