Family Law
Divorce
Kentucky is considered a no-fault state, which means the reasons for the divorce only come in when setting alimony (called maintenance in Kentucky). In the no–fault divorce environment, dissolutions of marriages are now treated like dissolutions of businesses; for example, What property was acquired prior to the marriage? What property was bought during the marriage? What property was inherited? What are the tax consequences when you get divorced? Will there be capital gains liabilities if the marital residence is sold?These are issues which must be addressed in the division of property and the allocation of non–marital property in a divorce. The Louisville attorneys at Fauver Law Office have experience in handling complex divorce litigation.
There are two type of divorce: Contested Divorce and Uncontested Divorce.
Contested Divorce
In a contested divorce the husband and wife can not agree on one or several divorce matters, even with their attorneys present. The divorce issues may be taken to court to be presented in front of a judge to determine the divorce decisions. Some issues include:- Child custody
- Child support
- Division of assets and property
- Alimony/ Maintenance
- Allocation of debts
Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce is when of a husband and wife both wanting a divorce and agreeing on ALL the terms. An uncontested divorce is most desirable for the husband and wife, saving time, money and stress.Fauver Law Office can help you understand the difference between a contested and uncontested divorce. We can help you navigate through both with our years of experience as divorce attorneys in Louisville, Kentucky.
Child Custody
The child custody field is changing rapidly in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Previously in divorces, sole custody for the mother was the norm, with the father having visitation every other weekend. The courts now lean towards joint custody with the child having shared time with both parents and the parents having equal say in the decision regarding the child. However, there are situations where joint custody is not in the best interest of the child.Fauver Law Office in Louisville is available to assist you in demonstrating to the court your children’s needs and how these needs will best be met.
The law in child custody will continue to change, depending upon the various sociological theories presented by experts in the field. Fauver Law attorneys stay abreast of the various theories and can assist you in understanding the current state of the law and determining what options are best for your children and for you.
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Child Support
When going through a divorce, child support issues can often be complicated and involve many different factors. Our attorneys at Fauver Law Office are experts in dealing with child support issues and guide our clients through child support guidelines and documents. Fauver Law Office is educated on the Kentucky child support guidelines found in KRS 403.212. We will help you understand these guidelines to creating a winning situation for you and your child. Contact the Fauver Law Office.Of course, child support can be an issue when the parents were not married. Our attorneys at Fauver Law Office are experts in dealing with child support issues and guide our clients through child support guidelines and documents. Fauver Law Office is educated on the Kentucky child support guidelines found in KRS 403.212. We will help you understand these guidelines to creating a winning situation for you and your child. Contact the Fauver Law Office today.
Legal Separation
A legal separation is not a divorce. A married couple may choose a legal separation as an alternative to divorce. A married couple may separate to live separately of one another. It is important when going through a legal separation to consult a divorce attorney to confirm the legal paperwork is correct. A legal separation allows people to separate their finances. Which means that they are no longer responsible for their husband’s or wife’s new debt. Contact the Fauver Law Office in Louisville for assistance and information about legal separations.Post–Dissolution Matters
Even after the Decree has been signed, there can be on–going matters involving your ex–spouse until the children are grown. There may be modifications in child support, collection of child support arrearages, modification of visitation, and, possibly, the modification of custody. The attorneys at Fauver Law Office stand ready to assist you as these issues arise long after the divorce Decree has been signed.[ Back to top ]