My husband and I are going through a CPS case and he has not been following the case plan and has started smoking marijuana again. He said he will not be stopping again even though he stopped for 6 months during this and I have no clue what to do other than get a divorce but I am 6 months pregnant... View More 
answered on Nov 2, 2022
Find yourself the best divorce lawyer you can and file for divorce. The court can require your husband to contribute and support you.
Married 35 yes. Husband has adjusted income down somehow, he kept me from filing until HE was ready. Took about 10 yrs to get to this point. We have a house, 10 acres. He expects me to stay on SSI with no support from him. In 35 years he's bought me clothes once. He's always been greedy... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2022
Meet with a local divorce attorney and let him or her review your financial situation. They will be in the best position to help you determine your next move.
I am filing a divorce in Kentucky in hardin county I have been trying to serve my spouse through certified mail, sheriff office, and now have file to have warning order attorney appointed.Is the 50 days they have to report back to the court business days or calander days?
he has past documents from his first marriage that he was emotionally and physically abusvie. I am worried my kids are being or will be abused in the future. He also told the children who are 11 and 8 after a vacation they got henia tattoos and he told them if they ever get real tattoos he will cut... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2022
Take a criminal
Complaint against him for terroristic threatening, harassment, Harassing communications and menacing. You may also want to consider an EPO or an IPO against him as well.
answered on Aug 25, 2022
You need to file a petition for dissolution of marriage in the circuit court for the county in which you reside. Support and custody will be dealt with after you file your petition.
My husband and I are separated. He is currently in jail for violating the restraining order I have against him. I want to sell the house, pay off the mortgage, and split the profit with him. Am I legally able to do any of this if I am on the deed but not the mortgage loan?
answered on Aug 25, 2022
Yes. The deed concerns ownership. If you are divorcing and he is in jail, you will need authority from the court to sell the property.
I moved from KY to MD in September of last year. During that time I went to the doctor and the insurance claim was denied. I am getting calls and emails constantly about paying this $1,400 bill. My ex husband isn't paying it and not returning my calls. I am under a lot of stress about... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2022
It is your responsibility, although a lawyer may be able to help you, depending on the terms of your property settlement agreement.
My daughter's dad refuses to communicate at all. We have 50/50 custody as of right now. He has jumped her from doctor to doctor against my wishes. It's time for well check ups and he stated that he did one October of last year however the insurance company says he dad not. His new wife... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2022
No. Both parents should have the availability to obtain medical information regarding the minor child. If there is an order establishing your joint custody relationship, you may be able to file a contempt motion based on the refusal you explain. However, if you have an informal agreement, file a... View More
Me and my ex husband separated in 10/2019. At the time I was awarded only possession of the house until we came to an agreement. He moved in with his girlfriend. One night in jan 2020, while I was at work he broke the door, came in and installed cameras to record my actions. He said that his... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2022
Depending on ownership at the time of the incident, you may be able to file a contempt motion with the Court. However, it is unclear if you came to an agreement regarding the marital home since that incident.
Just got divorce finallized in Kentucky. I was awarded half of exs 401K and half of his ESOP. How long will it be before I receive it...do I have to wait til retirement age?
answered on Jun 9, 2022
Varies plan by plan. His plan administrator will know. It could be now, at 62, at 65, at his retirement or at any other time the plan permits
If I am court ordered to pay maintenance to my ex; do you I set the payments up or will the court setup the payments through my employer?
answered on Jun 9, 2022
Generally, it is paid by you directly to her without court involvement.
I've been divorced for a year and we have 50/50 joint custody my ex spouse remarried a few months after, Am I able to file a child support adjustment? In addition she was able to claim 0 income based on we have a child under the age of 3 that child will be turning 3 in a few weeks is that also... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2022
The fact that she got married will not make a difference In Kentucky. It is the income of the mother that matters. If the child is over three and she is still not working you may be able to file to modify.
You should know Kentucky now has new laws for child support in a 50/50 time sharing... View More
I would like to know what is the process
answered on Jun 7, 2022
File a petition for dissolution of marriage. File all financial information. Go to mediation and try to resolve. If not resolved, get a trial date from the court.
Divorced paying alimony to ex. Divorce decree states to pay $500 a month for two years. If my ex now lives with someone and in a relationship with this person can I get the alimony stopped through courts in Kentucky? Divorce mentions nothing else on alimony except that no other stipulations on... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2022
One would have to see and read the settlement agreement to properly answer this question.
Recently divorced in Kentucky. I was awarded half of my exs 401k and ESOP. When should I expect to start receiving this...will I have to wait until retirement age?
answered on May 31, 2022
Depends on the terms of the plan. Each plan is different. You may be able to draw now, or you may have to wait until your spouse starts drawing. The plan administrator can tell you for sure.
answered on May 4, 2022
Contact your local bar association or your local legal aid society. They maintain lists of lawyers who can help you.
Can I use a public defender?
answered on Apr 27, 2022
It is always best to consult with a lawyer when dealing with a divorce. You are not eligible for a public defender in a divorce case. You are always allowed to file divorce and to respond and or to handle the entire divorce pro se, meaning on your own without a lawyer. The clerk will probably... View More
My ex wife is on pre trial diversion for child support. I never receive hardly anything (maybe 20 a month), when she’s ordered to pay $500. She had court and I was told the judge “read the riot act” to her. What does this mean?
answered on Apr 24, 2022
That is slang for the judge told her he was going to send her to prison if she didn’t make the most of the pretrial diversion opportunity or if she committed any new crimes. It’s a stern waning not to screw up.
I got a letter today stating my husband’s lawyer has a motion set for trial for my divorce in about 2 weeks. I’ve been having to take my time because I can’t afford a lawyer or find one who will accept some kind of payment plan so I’m assuming because there’s been no movement on my end... View More
answered on Apr 23, 2022
Yes. It is normal, although you despersttt ER Ky need your own lawyer…..
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