Dividing Retirement in a Louisville Divorce

How are retirement accounts, pension and social security handled in a Louisville Divorce? Dividing retirement in a Louisville divorce begins with the requirement for all retirement accounts such as 401k or pension plans to be divided based upon marital property laws. However, social security is considered "separate" property in a Louisville or Jefferson County divorce...

Can Our Family Court Set Aside a Divorce Decree?

Can our Family Court set aside a divorce decree or re-open a case once final orders are issued in Louisville? The circumstances may be very limited, but it is possible to have a divorce decree reopened. Many people feel like they didn't get the best outcome, and that is not an acceptable reason for seeking...

Financial Issues Often Remain after a Divorce in Louisville

Financial issues often remain after a divorce in Louisville. The cost of maintaining separate households or adjusting to life without a substantial income is a common challenge for those who have recently completed a divorce. Just because a Louisville couple has reached agreement on the property division and issues such as child custody and parenting...

Important Studies Regarding Marriage and Divorce

How have historic trends and the recent impacts of the pandemic impacted family life in Louisville? Important studies regarding marriage and divorce provide insight into these trends as well as insight into the realities associated with family law and the importance of working with the experienced divorce and family law attorneys at Dodd & Dodd....