Divorce

A judge looks at a variety of factors when determining child support payments. In addition to each parent’s income, the court considers children’s ages and specific needs. However, these factors are likely to change between the time of divorce and the time when...

Hearing your child refuse to spend time with you or watching him or her develop a harsh negative opinion is painful, but you must remember that the child does not carry any fault for the strained relationship. According to Psychology Today, parental alienation occurs...

You are going to begin your divorce with a consultation. This meeting is a chance for you to get the facts and lay out a suitable action plan for your case. During your consultation, you will also have a chance to ask any questions you may have. Here are the most...

If you owe child support, receive child support or expect to find yourself in this position soon because you are splitting up with your child's other parent, it is crucial to understand your responsibilities and rights. Every parent is in a unique position, and it is...

If you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse cannot reach an agreement on your own and have no prior arrangement, the court will have the final say in what happens to your property. During your marriage, you and your spouse likely accumulated money, personal items and...

Often, when a couple faces problems in their marriage, both individuals are on the same page about splitting up. Sometimes, though, the fact that one spouse wants a divorce comes as a surprise to the other spouse. If your spouse has asked for a divorce, but you would...

Unless you and your child’s other parent are in agreement over who is going to care for your shared child and when you may need Kentucky’s family court system to develop a custody schedule on your family’s behalf. When making decisions about your child’s living...

If divorce is on the table, then you likely feel that you already have enough to worry about. The cost and invasiveness of bringing lawyers into the mix might drive you to consider a do-it-yourself divorce. A do-it-yourself divorce is usually not a good idea,...

Whether you ended your marriage years ago and you have to pay child support or you are preparing for these obligations during the divorce process, it is important to understand the different payment methods that you have. Reviewing these options can help you find the...