If you are going through the divorce process, you know first-hand how difficult it is to negotiate issues included in the final settlement. One of the most complicated is property division, as you may have become attached to property and possessions during the course...
Complex Property Division
Should a 401(k) be divided by percentage?
When Kentucky couples decide to end their marriages, retirement accounts and pensions are frequently divided between the spouses. If you are going through a divorce and you or your spouse has a 401(k), you want to be sure of exactly what you are getting. Even if you...
Determining who will run the family business after a divorce
The future of a family business which had its start in Kentucky requires careful planning when going through with a divorce. At Lisa L. Johnson, Attorney at Law, our firm understands how your spouse and children may have all contributed over the years to grow your...
Debt division during a divorce
Most people in Kentucky have heard divorcing spouses bemoan the loss of their home, part of their retirement account or some other asset when they have gotten divorced. Certainly, this is one of the hard parts of ending a marriage in which couples have co-mingled...
How can high assets work against you in divorce?
Kentucky residents like you may run into some trouble with asset division during divorce if you have over a certain amount of assets to your name. Today, Lisa L. Johnson, attorney at law, will discuss the limitations of high assets and how they can create potential...
Is Kentucky a 50/50 divorce state?
Kentucky is an equitable distribution state, which means that you and your spouse would probably not have to split everything down the middle if you got a divorce. This is often a beneficial situation when it comes to various types of assets in which you feel you hold...
What are the challenges surrounding pet visitation?
As you and other Kentucky residents are aware, life can be complicated for parents after a divorce. They often have to deal with child support, visitation schedules and conflicting parenting ideals, and they often do not get along. What if you have no children, but...
What happens when divorcing couples own expensive art?
Works of art can hold so much value that they can even be more valuable than the homes that contain them. That is why when Kentucky couples that own high priced paintings seek a divorce, the battles over who gets the artwork can be fierce, almost as acrimonious as...
How to beat a spouse who lies about their finances in a divorce
You’re suing your husband for divorce. You’ve hired a divorce attorney, and you’ve requested all of the necessary financial records from your ex. But he’s been delaying—a lot. When he finally hands over his records, they’re a...