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How Long Does Permanent Maintenance Last After a Louisville Divorce?

How long does permanent maintenance last after a Louisville divorce?  Kentucky family law generally classifies maintenance as temporary, rehabilitative or permanent.  However, it is important to know that “permanent” in the case of maintenance does not mean “forever.”  This concept is a bit misleading and it is important to understand the nature of maintenance and...

Who Pays Maintenance in a Louisville Divorce

Who pays maintenance in a Louisville divorce and when will our Family Court consider an award for maintenance?  Generally speaking, Kentucky Family Law begins with an evaluation of the present income capacity as well as the value of marketable skills for each of the former spouses.  Does one spouse earn substantially more than the other?...

Maintenance Orders in Louisville

Maintenance orders in Louisville divorce cases are much less of a formula-driven process than child support.  Judges have a much broader discretion as to when or if maintenance is to be awarded.  The experience and legal skill of the lawyer you select to represent you in your divorce case will have a substantial impact on...