Kentucky Law Blog

Since people have been waiting longer to get married than before, marriage rates have been steadily decreasing. However, this is not the case among southern states, where marriage rates have stayed somewhat consistent compared to the decreasing national average. Divorce rates in southern states, specifically Kentucky, have also stayed above the national average. In 2017, Kentucky had a divorce rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents. This places Kentucky sixth nationally in terms of divorce rates. No-fault laws may increase divorce rates One reason for Kentucky’s high divorce rates might be how...

You’re getting ready to file for divorce, but you’re not sure if the time is right. Your uncertainty could put you at a disadvantage if your partner beats you to the punch. Divorce can be hard, but it can get harder when your partner is the one serving the divorce papers. There are certain advantages to be had when you’re the first to file, so it will likely be in your best interest to be confident in your decision and act. Heading off the past Acting first can put you in a better position at most stages of the proceedings: Jump start: Your spouse will generally have a window within which...

If you want to settle conflict with your partner during a divorce but don’t want to go through court proceedings, mediation is an available option. In the mediation process, you and your partner sit down with an impartial third party — a mediator — to find solutions for your divorce-related problems. While mediation avoids expensive, stressful court proceedings, it is not without its challenges. However, preparing yourself for mediation can make the process more bearable for all parties. Plan your approach Don’t come into mediation with a vague sense of what you want out of your divorce. You...