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Economic issues often dominate divorce proceedings. Not all spouses have children, but almost every marriage produces shared debts and assets. Couples who own a house together often worry about protecting their interest in the property. How can spouses fairly or...
It’s not uncommon for some fathers going through a divorce to be concerned about child custody. One of the concerns they have is that the mother has the upper hand. But this is not true. Kentucky follows certain procedures when granting custody. Here is information...
The Kentucky probate process ensures the proper administration of a deceased person’s estate. Understanding the steps involved can help ease the burden during this difficult time. Initiating the probate process To start the probate process, you must file a petition...
Estate administration comes with an assortment of risks. Personal representatives often spend hours working on estate administration. Their relationships with beneficiaries or heirs may decline due to heightened emotions during the probate process. They are also...
When a person passes away, much of their estate will go through probate. This can take time, so people are often curious about what assets need to go through probate and what can be transferred more quickly. For instance, a payable on death account typically skips...
Dividing property during a Kentucky divorce involves more than just splitting everything down the middle. Some assets are considered shared, while others remain yours alone. Understanding what qualifies as non-marital property can help you protect what’s rightfully...
Families generally rely on wills and other estate planning documents after an adult dies. People can choose beneficiaries and even personal representatives to administer their estates. They can provide clear instructions regarding the distribution of their assets....
When a loved one passes away, the beneficiaries often have to wait a while before they can receive their inheritance. During this time, beneficiaries might be tempted to take out inheritance advances to access funds before the estate settles. While these loans can...
During estate administration, personal representatives have many responsibilities. They generally need to communicate with interested parties, including the family members of the deceased individual and their creditors. They need to follow the instructions provided by...
The determination of alimony (or “maintenance” as it’s called under Kentucky law) should have nothing to do with gender. The state statute refers to “spouse” without gendered names like husband and wife. The days when most husbands outearned their wives or were the...
