Are you wondering what creates a conflict of interest for a divorce attorney? When you contact Dodd & Dodd to schedule your initial divorce consultation we will first need to make sure our firm doesn’t have any conflict of interest in your case. What types of issues could create a conflict of interest for our...
Plan the Date of Filing in Your Louisville Divorce
Why is it so important to plan the date of filing in your Louisville divorce? Why is the date of filing such a critical date? The parties are not required to physically separate anymore, as this can present an unfair economic burden. So why is it so important to plan the date of filing in...
Fraud in a Jefferson County Divorce Case
What should you do if you suspect fraud in a Jefferson County divorce case? When a couple file for a divorce the court issues a variety of orders. The former spouses owe a "fiduciary duty" to one another to provide a full, transparent and accurate accounting of all assets, bank and investment accounts, retirement accounts,...
How Legally Binding is a Settlement Agreement?
How legally binding is a settlement agreement in a Jefferson County divorce? In Kentucky and here in Louisville a settlement agreement is considered to be a binding legal contract. During the process of a divorce, the parties often participate in a settlement conference, and many parties elect to pursue structured negotiations or mediation. When agreement...