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While a timesharing schedule is meant to provide stability for your children, it should not be treated as static. If your current arrangement no longer serves your child’s needs, Kentucky law provides a pathway to change it. Understanding these requirements ensures...
A parenting schedule that worked when your child was eight may not work when they are 16. Growing up brings new opportunities and responsibilities, but it can also create challenges for parents trying to follow a visitation schedule designed for a younger child. As...
In Kentucky, there is a legal presumption that equal parenting time serves the best interests of the child. While this 50/50 starting point is the standard, certain family dynamics may require a different approach. Does your current family situation justify a...
It can be stressful when your child refuses to visit their other parent. You might want to respect their feelings, but you also know there’s a court order you’re supposed to follow. In Kentucky, that order isn’t optional; it’s legally binding. The challenge is...
Going through a divorce with your spouse can be challenging and emotionally taxing. As you take time to recover from your breakup and manage your affairs, it is also important for your children to have the sufficient time they need to adjust to their new living...
As the new school year begins, co-parents have an opportunity to set intentions that will support their children’s academic success and emotional well-being. Much like the personal and parenting-related resolutions many people make on New Year’s Day, “school year...
When parents get divorced, they need to determine how they will divide custody of their children. Legal custody defines who can make decisions for the child, and physical custody defines who will live with them and when. There are many different ways that the court...
If you’re in the middle of a custody battle or anticipating one, you’re probably wondering if the judge will consider your child’s preferences regarding which parent they would like to live with. Maybe your son keeps saying he wants to stay with you, or your daughter...
Parents who aren’t in a relationship any longer sometimes have to attend events for their children together. This can be a challenging time, particularly if they don’t get along. It’s imperative that they find ways to remain calm during these events for the sake of...
In Kentucky, establishing paternity plays a critical role in determining child custody. If you're a father seeking custody, confirming paternity can significantly affect your legal rights. Without paternity established, you may struggle to gain custody or visitation...