We are often asked "Will I get maintenance in my Louisville divorce?" The answer to this question about spousal support or alimony is much more complex than questions surrounding child support. Unlike the Kentucky child support estimation calculator, spousal maintenance is not an immediately calculable number. What is the purpose of maintenance? How long will...
Managing a Divorce in Louisville as a Senior
What are some of the most important issues when managing a divorce in Louisville as a senior? 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. Divorce has nearly...
Dispute over Maintenance or Spousal Support in Louisville Divorce
Are you involved in a dispute over maintenance or spousal support in a Louisville or Jefferson County divorce? Maintenance, often referred to as "spousal support" or "alimony" is one of the issues which often causes disagreement between divorcing couples here in Louisville. Unlike child support, which is based upon established guidelines (for the most part),...
How Long Will Maintenance Support Last After Your Louisville Divorce
We are often asked "How long will maintenance support last?" How long does maintenance last after your Louisville divorce? Will it be enough to be able to support a separate household? Questions of maintenance (often referred to as “spousal support” or “alimony”) are not a clearly defined calculation in Kentucky law like the child support...