Schoolchildren throughout Kentucky have been returning to classrooms recently. With every academic season comes the nervous excitement of new teachers, new classmates, and new subject matter. For children and parents after divorce, the new school year can also bring...
Year: 2018
How a wedding date choice can affect a later split
When people in Northern Kentucky decide to get married, they are often excited to set and announce a wedding date. Sometimes, they choose a date with personal importance to the couple or select one that is more convenient for the family or cheaper for the wedding...
Things to remember when talking to kids about divorce
If you have two or more kids, you've probably noticed that each of them has a unique personality. One might be more outgoing than the other. While they may share common characteristics, such as their love of sports or the types of food they like best, they are...
Seeking guidance on how to prepare for the end of a marriage
When you and your spouse made the decision to wed, you may have done so with every intention to remain together throughout life. However, things might not always go as planned; circumstances in life may be subject to change, and you could reach a point in life where...
Tips for divorce planning after tax reform
The passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act means that there will be changes ahead for couples in Kentucky who are planning to divorce. One of the major changes will be in alimony payments for divorces finalized after the end of 2018. For decades, people who received...
Planning for financial changes after divorce
Divorcing individuals in Kentucky and elsewhere may face financial issues that are far more long-lasting than the emotional and practical issues that also accompany the end of a marriage. Many people experience a great deal of stress about their financial future after...
Child support cases reflect different situations
Kentucky parents who have entered the child support system recently may find all of the specialized terminology confusing or frustrating. It may not be clear why some families pay child support privately while others pay it through a state-monitored system. There are...
Student loan debt can be a factor in divorce
Young people in Kentucky are often dealing with mounting student debt and lengthy repayment periods. On average, student loan borrowers around the country have an outstanding balance of $34,144, and for people who graduated college as part of the class of 2017, they...
Important tips for co-parenting after divorce
When Kentucky parents get divorced, they may still have to maintain a co-parenting relationship for years. The most important aspect of this relationship is making sure they put the best interests of the children first. This includes encouraging the child's...
Filing a divorce petition is first step in ending a marriage
You may be beyond ready to get a divorce and finally move on with your life. However, when it comes to knowing what step to take first, you may find yourself at a standstill. The first step you need to take is to file your divorce petition in court. Here is a glimpse...