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If you get divorced, who gets the dog?
When couples are getting divorced, they often focus on two areas: High-value assets and time with the children. You may wonder about who gets the retirement account or who keeps the family home. You may be concerned about how to split up custody so you both get to be...
Who decides who keeps the home in a Kentucky divorce?
Divorcing spouses often disagree about what should happen with their property. The more valuable the asset in question is, the more likely you are to disagree about what to do with it. The home that you bought and lived in together is likely one of your most valuable...
Key points to make when talking to children about divorce
You may know that divorce is best for you and for your children. If you’re in a high-conflict marriage with a lot of arguing, it’s not just difficult for you. Studies have found a major negative impact on children from being exposed to this marital strife. However,...
Surprising facts about divorce in the United States
Are you contemplating a divorce? Whether it’s just started to cross your mind or you feel that a divorce is inevitable, it may help to learn more about the trends and statistics surrounding divorce. There are a lot of commonly held beliefs about divorce that are just...
Can your child choose not to live with you?
You’re getting a divorce, and you want time with your child. You know that the court tends to try to split custody between both parents, rather than preferring one over the other. That doesn’t worry you. What you’re concerned about is what your child will request....
Can you get full custody if your spouse has a drug problem?
Divorce can be hard on children. It can damage their sense of family and connection with parents. The more contentious and unstable things become, the harder everything is for the children. Prioritizing stability and routine can make life easier on the kids. When...
It may be possible to simplify your Kentucky high-asset divorce
High-asset divorces come with many headaches and complications that can't be avoided -- but you may be able to simplify the process to some degree. While you and your spouse may not agree on much right now, you may both be united around the idea that you want to save...
How to tell your spouse is seriously thinking about divorce
You’ve been going through a rough time in your marriage, and the subject of divorce was introduced by your spouse. You know that all couples go through difficult patches in their lives, so you don’t think that they are necessarily serious. Could you be wrong? About...
3 tips for negotiating custody, visitation and a parenting plan
When parents divorce, the most important issues they need to settle involve custody, visitation and parenting. Coming up with an agreement together is generally better than letting the court apply a "one-size-fits-all" solution. But how do you negotiate with someone...