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Lisa L. Johnson
Your custody order shapes how you share time with your child. Holidays and school breaks matter because they bring important routines and family traditions. You may wonder if a custody order can outline these details. Holiday schedules in custody orders Kentucky...
Divorce can bring every part of your life into focus, especially when significant assets are involved. In high-asset cases, lifestyle evidence can shape how courts view property division. Judges want a clear picture of the couple’s financial habits, spending, and...
Dividing assets during divorce in Kentucky can cause tension and confusion. Many people ask if they must share property or money they inherited during marriage. The answer depends on how they handled that inheritance afterward. Understanding marital and nonmarital...
When a child is born to unmarried parents, the father’s name might not appear on the birth certificate right away. If you’re a father in Kentucky, adding your name is an important legal step that gives you recognized rights and responsibilities toward your child....
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...
Divorce does not just take an emotional toll; it can reshape your financial life. For high-asset individuals, protecting investments and retirement accounts starts with knowing what’s at stake. Here are three ways to help you plan now to safeguard your savings and...
Custody arrangements create stability for children, but emergencies can disrupt even the best plans. Kentucky law allows parents to request temporary changes when unexpected situations arise. If you face a sudden issue, you should know how courts handle these requests...
Social media makes it easy to share life updates, but during a divorce, those posts can carry unexpected weight. Photos, comments, and even likes may influence how the process unfolds. Knowing the risks of online activity can help protect both reputation and outcome....
Establishing paternity gives a child legal recognition of both parents and allows fathers to build a stronger role in their child’s life. In Kentucky, unmarried fathers must take specific steps before they can place their name on the birth certificate. Knowing the...
Dividing property in a Kentucky divorce often goes beyond the family home. Investment properties, such as rental houses or commercial spaces, can raise tough questions. Before deciding whether to keep an investment property, it helps to carefully look at both...