Louisville, Kentucky Spousal Support Lawyers in Jefferson County

What is Spousal Support (Maintenance) in Jefferson County in Louisville, Kentucky?

In many dissolution cases, spousal support is a key issue, particularly when one spouse has been a stay-at-home parent and has not been employed in recent years. Under Kentucky law, spouses may request alimony during dissolution proceedings if certain conditions are met. Spousal support may be granted when one spouse lacks sufficient property or income to meet their reasonable needs and is unable to support themselves through employment or cannot work due to caregiving responsibilities for a child. The court considers factors such as the duration of the marriage, the standard of living during the marriage, the financial resources of both spouses, and their respective earning capacities. Spousal support can be temporary or ongoing, depending on the circumstances.

Having a dedicated attorney who understands local laws and is committed to protecting your interests is crucial. At Stange Law Firm, we represent clients across Jefferson County from our Louisville, Kentucky office in all matters related to spousal support. Whether you’re seeking or defending against spousal support, we are committed to doing everything possible to secure the best possible outcome for you.

Spousal Support in Jefferson County, Kentucky in Louisville

In Kentucky, the party eligible to receive spousal support is typically the spouse who demonstrates a financial need and meets specific criteria. This could include a spouse who cannot support themselves due to factors such as lack of income, age, health issues, or their role as a stay-at-home parent during the marriage. Factors the determine spousal support in Kentucky include: 

  • Financial Need: When one spouse cannot meet their reasonable needs through their own income or assets and is unable to support themselves.
  • Duration of the Marriage: Long-term marriages, especially those where one spouse has been out of the workforce for a significant period, may result in an award of spousal support.
  • Standard of Living: The court considers the standard of living established during the marriage, and spousal support may be awarded to help the receiving spouse maintain a similar lifestyle.
  • Earning Capacity: If one spouse has a significantly lower earning capacity due to factors like lack of work experience, age, or health issues, the court may award support to help them become self-supporting.
  • Contributions to the Marriage: The court may take into account non-financial contributions, such as caregiving for children or supporting the other spouse’s career.
  • Age and Health of the Spouse: If a spouse is older or in poor health, they may be awarded spousal support to help cover living expenses.
  • Disparity in Income or Property: If there is a significant difference in the spouses’ financial situations, the court may award support to address the disparity.
 

Spousal support can be modified in Kentucky if there is a substantial change in circumstances, such as a shift in income, health, or living arrangements. However, modifications are not automatic. The requesting party must file a motion with the court, which will review the case and determine if a change is warranted based on the evidence provided.

Handling Spousal Support in Louisville, Kentucky in Jefferson County

To speak with one of our spousal support attorneys in Louisville, Kentucky, call 855-805-0595 or schedule a consultation online.

For more information about the Jefferson County Family Court, please visit the following links:

 

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Are you seeking a dedicated domestic litigation lawyer to help with your spousal support case in Louisville? If so, contact us online to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our attorneys.

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Helpful Information On Child Support Matters

On our webpage, we also have pages on various other topics involving support that might be helpful to you, including the pages below and those on our menu:
Missouri child support calculator
If you are looking for a child support estimate in Missouri, we have a sample Form 14 on our webpage that can help give you a general idea in terms of child support numbers for your case.
Illinois child support calculator
If you are interested in obtaining a child support estimate in Illinois, on our webpage, we have a sample Illinois child support calculator. This might be helpful in terms of giving you a general idea of child support in your case.
Kansas child support chart
If you are interested in obtaining a child support estimate in Kansas, we have a simple chart on our webpage. This might be helpful in giving an approximation.
Oklahoma child support chart
If you are interested in obtaining a child support estimate in Oklahoma, we have a simple chart on our webpage. This might be helpful in giving an approximation.
Informational support videos
We have information child support videos from some live seminars that we have hosted on our webpage that you can view.
Child support emancipation
If you are interested in know how child support emancipation works, we have information on our webpage that you can view.
College education and child support
The cost of college and university education can be an important component of child support in divorce and custody cases. Our lawyers can assist if the cost of education is an issue in your case.
Modification of child support
In some cases, the court has issued a child support order. After the passage of time, it might be important to seek a modification where there have been changed circumstances of a substantial and continuing basis. You can discuss this with our lawyers if you think a modification might be appropriate in your case.
Modification of spousal support (alimony/maintenance)
Spousal maintenance can be ordered at the conclusion of a divorce. In some cases, the parties might need to seek a modification and/or termination of a maintenance order. Our lawyers can assist in many instances.
Daycare and child support
In divorce and custody cases where there are young children, the cost of daycare or childcare can be an important issue. Our lawyers can help you work through these issues.
Dependency exemptions
The dependency exemptions can be important for many divorcing parties or unmarried couples. Our lawyers can represent you in these circumstances.
Division of Child Support Enforcement
Many child support matters end up being addressed through state administrative agencies. Our lawyers can help represent you before state child support agencies.
Wage withholding orders and garnishments
In some cases, child support can be paid either through a wage withholding order or garnishment. Our lawyers can help you navigate the process.
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