Determining financial stability during and after a divorce is one of the most critical aspects of family law. Unlike child support, which often relies on specific mathematical calculations, maintenance or spousal support orders in Louisville are not determined by a specific formula. This lack of a rigid structure means that Louisville Family Court Judges possess...
The Difference Between a Temporary or Permanent Maintenance Order
What is the difference between a temporary or permanent maintenance order? How does maintenance work in Kentucky, and how long will it take until you start to receive maintenance? When will the Court issue a temporary or permanent maintenance order? Key Takeaways About the Difference between a Temporary or Permanent Maintenance Order in a Kentucky...
How will Maintenance be Handled in My Louisville Divorce
Are you wondering how will maintenance be handled in my Louisville divorce? Will you be eligible to receive maintenance (often referred to as "spousal support" or "alimony") or be required to pay it? Unlike child support, which involves a specific calculation based on detailed financial information from each party, the process for determining the need...
Seeking Maintenance Modifications after Your Divorce
Seeking maintenance modifications after your divorce can be a little more challenging than you might think. Our Family Court usually establishes a timeframe for the recipient to become self-sustaining, as well as the types of changes to the "Status Quo" that would warrant a request for post-decree modification involving maintenance, child custody, or child support down...