Can one of the parties get back the down payment they provided for the family home in a Louisville divorce? You may have owned another asset prior to the marriage and sold it to contribute to the down payment. You may have received a gift from a family member, or made a withdrawal from a...
Property Division Challenges in a Louisville Divorce
There are often many property division challenges in a Louisville divorce. This is especially true when the former spouses have substantial assets or one of them owns their own business. What are some of the most complex issues to resolve during the property division process? Retirement Assets One of the most common financial issues in...
Child Support Doesn’t Have to Follow Kentucky Guidelines
Did you know that child support doesn't have to follow Kentucky guidelines in all cases? We are consistently asked about child support and whether or not one has to follow Kentucky's guideline child support calculator. Ultimately child support can be negotiated as part of your Jefferson County or Louisville divorce settlement agreement. However, Kentucky's child support...
Many Millennials Seeking Prenuptial Agreements
Is it a surprise to you that the trend of many millennials seeking prenuptial agreements has changed what was once an almost "taboo" subject. 10 years ago, few Kentucky couples wanted to "discuss the potential end of their marriage" before they even exchange their vows. However, a prenuptial agreement requires exactly that type of important...