In Kentucky, there is no such thing as "full" or "50/50" custody. Custody ('sole' vs. 'joint') has to do with decision-making power; joint...

I have a DVO on my ex but the social is incorrect in the paperwork. I want to verify it is recorded correctly.

In Louisville, I think the easiest thing for you to do is go to 700 W. Jefferson Street to the first floor Family Court Clerk's office and have...

What are our rights and what is the best way to combat this?

It's not uncommon for CPS to pressure parties to sign what is sometimes called a "prevention plan," which sets out guidelines such as supervision,...

I need a dirvorce whole I'm in jail but my girlfriend is the one helping me find out

In some counties, there are divorce packets available for purchase from the family court clerks (in Louisville, the packets can be purchased for...

What can I do if the biological parent of my child won't sign his rights away so my husband can adopt?

In Kentucky, you can proceed with an involuntary termination of parental rights so that your husband can later adopt, given that he has failed to...

I did not receive any papers from family court for any hearings

It's important that you make sure all parties involved and the court have your correct address on file. If you believe there may have been a...

Child custody between 2 parents that live in different states? Drug problems? I will not let my child see her father..

When one parent pursues the other for child support, custody and visitation issues very often follow. I would strongly suggest you contact a local...

Divorce maintenance. What is the max I am entitled to.

In Kentucky, courts must consider a variety of factors in determining an appropriate maintenance award in terms of amount and duration, including...

Is it true that, in KY a divorce petition must be on file 60 days before the final decree will be signed?

In Kentucky, if there are no children of the marriage, then the only 60 day rule is that the parties must have been separated for 60 days before a...

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Can my boyfriend's ex keep me from seeing their child?

Even if the mother of the child is unsuccessful in obtaining an EPO, I have seen a parent file a motion in an existing custody case to simply...