What happens to child support and maintenance orders if the parties reconcile after a divorce in Louisville? What happens to support orders when unmarried couples move in together? The divorce and family law attorneys are pleased to report that a number of our clients have reconciled during the process of a divorce case. We work...
Can You Ask the Court to Raise or Lower Child Support in Kentucky?
Can you ask the Court to raise or lower child support at any point after a divorce is finalized in Kentucky? What is the process for seeking modifications to child support orders here in Louisville? If both of the parties are in agreement to a change appropriate documentation should be submitted to the Court for...
Is There Child Support When Co-Parents Share Custody?
We are often asked if there is child support when co-parents share custody. Whenever a divorce in Louisville involves a child or children under the age of 18 (or still in high school) the parties must complete Kentucky’s child support calculator. The result of the State child support calculator must be provided to the Judge,...
Will I Have to Pay Child Support and Why?
Those who are considering a divorce in Louisville or anywhere in Jefferson County often ask us a question such as will I have to pay child support and why is it needed? Kentucky family law clearly establishes the responsibility of every parent to provide food, clothing, shelter, and essentials such as health care for their...