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Are you seeking modification of child custody orders in Louisville after the completion of a divorce? Have circumstances substantially changed since the orders were issued? Is one of the parties ignoring portions of an existing child custody and visitation order? How do you apply for changes to existing child custody and visitation orders? If both parties are in full agreement, …
Can you compel your former spouse to pay your legal fees in a Louisville divorce? Who determines how the costs associated with a divorce are to be paid? Generally speaking, in most cases the Judge will order each party to pay their own attorneys. However, there are absolutely genuine reasons to ask for the Court to order your former spouse …
Can you modify existing child custody and visitation orders in Louisville after the divorce is completed? What is the process to seek changes in existing child custody and visitation orders after a Louisville divorce? While there is no direct correlation between the payment of child support and child custody and visitation orders, it is important to note that a change …
What is the process to modify child custody and visitation orders in Louisville Family Courts? One of the few “constants” in life is change. Has there been a change in the “Status Quo” between you and your co-parent? Has something changed in your life which should provide the opportunity for you to spend more time with your child(ren) and seek …
What happens if my former spouse violates orders in our divorce decree? How serious is this and what can be done to get them back into compliance? The orders issued at the end of your divorce in Louisville are a “Court Order.” Violating a court order can and will lead to serious consequences. The leading sources of post-decree litigation in …
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 this issue. Whether you wish …
How are temporary and permanent maintenance awards determined in Louisville family law courts? One of the primary factors in maintenance is the “standard of living” enjoyed by the couple during the course of their marriage. This is established in Kentucky family law which gives the court the authority to order one party to pay for the support of the other …
What is the difference between temporary and permanent maintenance orders in a Louisville divorce case? What do you need to immediately know about temporary orders? Will temporary orders affect the permanent orders ultimately issued in your case? The party who initially files the divorce petition may request initial orders from the judge regarding matters such as child custody and parenting …