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What is the Difference Between a Contested Divorce and an Uncontested Divorce in Louisville?

What is the difference between a contested divorce and an uncontested divorce in Louisville?  An uncontested divorce, often called a dissolution, can occur when the parties have reached agreement upon every issue associated with their divorce.  A Family Court Judge cannot grant a divorce unless and until every relevant issue is completely resolved.  This includes,...

Will There Be a Trial At Your Divorce in Louisville

Will there be a trial at your divorce in Louisville?  The answer to that question is not a simple “yes” or “no.”  It comes down to the unique circumstances of your situation.  While the majority of divorce cases in Louisville do not involve a trial there are situations which require placing an issue before the...

Is The Settlement Agreement Important in a Louisville Divorce?

What is a “Settlement Agreement” and is the Settlement Agreement important in a Louisville divorce case?  The Settlement Agreement is a written document which captures and memorializes (preserves, thoroughly describes) any agreement(s) reached between former spouses or domestic partners who are separating or divorcing. What makes the Settlement Agreement important in a Louisville divorce is...