Does my child custody agreement mean I can’t move?
There are a lot of reasons why someone might need to relocate outside of Kentucky. Some people manage to secure better paying jobs elsewhere, while others might want to move closer to their families. This can be very straightforward for some people, but things are a...
How do I figure out my child’s best interest for child custody?
As a parent you already have a lot on your plate. Now that you are going through a divorce, you have the added pressure of figuring out a child custody agreement. You already know that your child is the priority here, and maybe you have even heard that in Kentucky the...
Navigating child custody and the holiday season
From navigating family obligations to sneaking in gift shopping on one’s own, getting ready for the holidays in Kentucky can be quite a task. Navigating the holiday season while sharing child custody with an ex presents its own unique set of issues. The good news is...
Is joint child custody possible for dads?
Dads play an important role in the lives of their children, but getting custody after divorce is not always easy. Even as more and more child custody arrangements move toward shared custody, dads still only end up with about 35% of parenting time. But this does not...
When to modify your child support order
Financially supporting a child after divorce is important. In Kentucky this is most commonly done through a child support order, which requires one parent to pay monthly support to the other. However, it is important to remember that life changes, and a support order...
Navigating school choice as co-parents
Sharing custody with an ex-spouse can be difficult at times, especially when it comes to making important decisions. Co-parents must be prepared to collaborate on matters such as education, medical care and more. With many Kentucky schools now offering virtual...
Prioritizing your child’s best interests for child custody
Even though filing for divorce was the most appropriate choice for your situation, you might feel worried about how it will affect your child. This is understandable, but your actions as a proactive parent can help minimize unnecessary conflict, especially when it...
How mediation can help with custom child custody arrangements
Parents who can work together to come up with a child custody agreement can ensure that the terms of their agreement are unique -- which can help meet the unique needs of their children. During the mediation process, parents negotiate what points they need to be put...
How to modify child custody in Kentucky
When a child custody arrangement no longer works for your family, you can request a modification to the plan through family court. In Kentucky, either parent can ask for a change in custody as long as two years have passed since the initial custody order. Learn more...
Parental alienation: A real risk for children and their parents
When you think about parental alienation, you might think about a parent blatantly saying to a child that the other parent is bad or is going to hurt them. The reality is usually a little less sinister. Parental alienation can happen even when one parent doesn’t...