Kentucky Family Law Lawyers

In Kentucky, can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
Yes, Kentucky common law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. more
What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in Kentucky?
Kentucky premarital agreements should be in writing and signed by both parties. The document should be filed with the County Clerk’s Office. Each party should have access to … more
Can The State Terminate A Parent's Rights Over Their Children?
Yes. Every state has an agency that protects the interests of children. That agency may ask the court to terminate parental rights. Usually, the state must show that the parent … more

Distribution of Property Upon Divorce
Getting divorced involves a lot of financial decisions. The property, including real estate, stocks, personal property, bank accounts and other things, needs to be divided. Sometimes the couple getting divorced can work out an equitable arrangement themselves. If this is the case then the judge granting the divorce usually signs off on their agreement. However, getting … more
Can Parental Rights be Terminated When a Parent is Incarcerated?
When can a parent’s rights over their child be terminated by the state? The government may not take a child away from a parent simply because they do not agree with the parent’s decisions. The state must show that the parent is unfit and that severing the relationship is in the best interests of the child. One of the ways a court may find a parent is unfit is if … more

Survey of Child Support Guidelines: Do They Use Net Income or Gross Income?
This chart from the Department of Health and Human Services shows the state laws regarding how income is determined for purposes of calculating a … more