We are often asked if there is any advantage to filing first in a Louisville divorce case. In most cases the question of who files for the divorce itself will not have a material outcome on the case itself. However, there are absolutely instances where it is important to make sure you are the first...
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Are You Aware of Your Fiduciary Duties in a Louisville Divorce?
Are you aware of your fiduciary duties in a Louisville divorce? It may surprise you to learn about the powerful legal obligation you owe to your former spouse until the date your divorce is finalized. A “fiduciary duty” under Kentucky law is a substantial legal obligation requiring you to act in the other party’s best...
Why Should I Hire a Divorce Attorney in Louisville
It is interesting to note that more than 80% of the divorces filed in Louisville and across the State of Kentucky are done so by one of the parties without a lawyer. We are often asked “Why should I hire a divorce attorney for my case?” The first reason would be that more than half...
Who Pays Maintenance in a Louisville Divorce
Who pays maintenance in a Louisville divorce and when will our Family Court consider an award for maintenance? Generally speaking, Kentucky Family Law begins with an evaluation of the present income capacity as well as the value of marketable skills for each of the former spouses. Does one spouse earn substantially more than the other?...