One of the most common questions we are asked in a Louisville divorce case is: How long do I have to pay maintenance during and after a Louisville divorce? What is the difference between temporary and permanent maintenance orders? Maintenance has been established by Kentucky Family Law Code to level the financial playing field between...
When Seniors Get a Divorce in Louisville
Are you approaching or entering retirement and considering the end of your marriage? You’re not alone. Gray divorce rates (when the parties are above the age of 50) have substantially increased over the past decade. What are some of the most important issues when seniors get a divorce in Louisville? Divorce has nearly doubled for...
How is Maintenance Determined in a Louisville Divorce
How is Maintenance determined in a Louisville divorce case? The determination of Maintenance (sometimes referred to as "alimony") in divorce cases throughout the Louisville area is quite complex. There are several factors which determine if and when Maintenance is to be awarded, and the amount of support itself. These include but are not limited to:...
Maintenance Orders in Louisville
Maintenance orders in Louisville divorce cases are much less of a formula-driven process than child support. Judges have a much broader discretion as to when or if maintenance is to be awarded. The experience and legal skill of the lawyer you select to represent you in your divorce case will have a substantial impact on...