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How is temporary maintenance determined in a Louisville divorce case? What is the difference between a “temporary” order and a “permanent” maintenance order and why does this matter? Lets begin with the second question first. “Temporary” orders are issued by the Judge in your case near the outset of the divorce. These orders are designed to keep a level financial …
Is your spousal maintenance temporary or permanent and what is the difference between the two? Does “permanent” mean “until death or remarriage?” Kentucky has very specific statutes which govern divorce and the the question of whether or not the Court will order spousal maintenance, often referred to as alimony. If it is to be awarded, the next question is often …
Do you need to request modification of child support after a Louisville divorce? How are existing child support orders modified and what is required for a change to occur? Child support is usually based upon specific guidelines established by the State’s formula and/or an agreement between the parties. Once an order for child support has been issued by the Court …
Can you seek changes to child support orders after a divorce decree in Louisville, North County or anywhere in Louisville? The general answer to this question is “yes” but you must have a reason for requesting an increase or decrease and you must be able to prove to the Court that a substantial change in circumstances or the “Status Quo” …
What issues will a Louisville Family Court consider when deciding child custody matters during or after a divorce or between parents who are unmarried? Does the Court consider the wishes of the child? The primary legal “guiding star” for Kentucky Family Law is “the best interests of the child.” The primary question in any child custody related matter or issue …
When are child support modifications possible in Louisville and what factors determine a successful modification request? Let’s first review the purpose for child support under Kentucky family law. Kentucky law requires each parent to be responsible for the well being of their child. This extends to the basics of food, clothing and shelter as well as items such as health …
How does the marital standard of living affect a Louisville divorce? The Family Court in a divorce case will consider the “status quo” prior to the end of the marriage. The status quo includes the lifestyle the couple had enjoyed prior to filing for divorce. Once the divorce is completed, the income and assets which once supported a single household …
You shouldn’t wait to take action to modify support orders in Jefferson County. The recent impact of COVID-19 on the Courts and their resulting closure for several weeks has had a significant impact on an already heavy case load. This makes it more important than ever to seek the advice and sound counsel of Dodd & Dodd as to how …
Are you considering a request for a post divorce decree modification to child custody or parenting time, maintenance or child support? What is “Status Quo” and how does it affect the likely success of a post-decree modification after a Jefferson County or Louisville divorce? Kentucky family law courts are quite busy, and most courts including the family law courts in …
Changing child support orders after a Louisville divorce decree is possible. The experienced post-decree modification attorneys at Dodd & Dodd have decades of experience before Louisville family law courts in these matters. We provide sound advice informed by this experience and our legal skill and expertise. We will first review the orders issued by the judge or magistrate in your …