Divorce is a transition from a partnership back into single life. Whether this decision is amicable or not, emotional upheaval is likely. Those that find themselves attempting to navigate through this process may succumb to the temptation to do it themselves. This is...
Year: 2017
Property division errors that can ruin post-divorce finances
When untying the knot of marriage in Kentucky, the emotions and many important decisions that must be made by each spouse can become overwhelming. Professionals who help individuals who are in the throes of a divorce with property division and other issues say there...
Prenuptial agreements can deal with more than property division
Reportedly, more and more couples nationwide are signing prenuptial agreements, including in Kentucky. However, many misconceptions exist about marriage agreements, the most common being that they are only used to protect spouses in property division situations...
High asset divorce of Herjavec revisited after revealing letter
People in Kentucky may be aware that, since the turn of the eighteenth century, it has been said that hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Any spouse in a high asset divorce who tries to hide his or her riches may do well to remember that phrase. The 55-year-old...
What is considered when applying for grandparents’ rights
Laws determining visitation rights for grandparents differ from state to state. In Kentucky, laws governing grandparents' rights have not been changed or revised since 1996. However, the interpretation and administration of the existing laws have been impacted by case...
Child custody matters to consider when a parent relocates
Families in Kentucky relocate all the time for various reasons. However, when a divorced parent needs to move away to benefit from family support in another location, an employment opportunity or a remarriage, child custody issues can complicate such plans...
Property division and a manipulating, business-owning spouse
When a Kentucky divorce involves one spouse who owns a business, the manner in which that person conducts business during that time becomes a matter of vital importance. It is not uncommon for spouses to manipulate finances to benefit themselves when it comes to...
Post-divorce mediation can resolve disputes arising from judgment
Many Kentucky couples have saved money and time by reaching settlement agreements out of court. Divorce mediation may have become the preferred option for couples who want to avoid courtrooms where one will typically be the loser. However, there is no guarantee that...
Divorce mediation might even resolve high-conflict divorces
While divorce in Kentucky is typically a complicated process for any couple, some can be more challenging than others -- particularly if one of the spouses is a narcissist. When divorcing a high-conflict personality, all the avenues for peaceful negotiation and...
Prime ways to save money during a divorce
Even with an improving economy, it is more important than ever for divorcing parties to think critically about how they spend money in dissolving their unions. Most people already know that divorce can be expensive, especially when children are involved. So those...