Divorce Lawyer in Louisville KY
All divorces are emotionally draining, even when the parties agree on the issues. If you are facing a divorce, no matter how tense or how amicable, you want to work with a lawyer who understands the legal, financial, and emotional consequences—someone who can help you make clear decisions during an emotionally fraught situation.
At the Tibbs Law Office in Louisville, our attorney and staff know that going through a divorce is not easy. We will strive to make the process as smooth as possible for you. We will thoroughly explain your options and the pros and cons of each one so you can make informed decisions, and we will represent you from filing of the petition or response to any petitions, mediations, litigation, trial, and post-trial matters.
If you are going through a divorce in the Louisville area, reach out to Tibbs Law Office to get the assistance you need.
Expert Handling of Louisville Divorce Cases
Attorney Tibbs has ample experience in the family court system in Jefferson Courts, and he knows the best ways to ensure that his clients get the most positive results possible. In addition to his legal expertise, however, Tibbs is known for his empathetic approach. His warm, approachable nature helps him get to know his clients’ needs and goals, helping them navigate legal and emotional complexities with grace and clarity.
In many cases, divorce proceedings can be addressed with some fairly simple mediation and negotiation—but even so, Attorney Tibbs puts in a lot of due diligence, building a strong case for his client to ensure they have the best possible position from which to negotiate. Beyond that, Attorney Tibbs provides guidance in filing pleadings, representing you in hearings for Family Court proceedings, and beyond.
What’s more, Tibbs Law Office has experience handling family law cases of all kinds, from DVO, custody disputes, CPS, DNA, high-asset divorce, and even divorces involving business appraisals. Whether you simply need to file a divorce or you have a complex litigation involving child custody arrangements, we’re here to advise and to defend you.
Splitting your Assets Equitably
Marital property is divided according to equitable distribution law. Under equitable distribution, marital assets are split in a manner the court deems fair; this may not mean an equal division. We will explain which of your assets are marital property and which are separate property. Attorney Tibbs will argue for a distribution of the marital assets that is fair to you. He can assist you with simple and complex assets.
Under Kentucky law, either party may be awarded spousal maintenance/alimony. Typically, spousal maintenance is awarded on a temporary basis until the party receiving it is able to support him or herself. There are exceptions, however. We can discuss them with you if necessary.
Areas Covered by Tibbs Law’s Divorce Services
Specifically, Tibbs Law Office is proud to offer our expertise in the following areas:
- Uncontested and contested divorce
- Protecting assets during property division, including retirement accounts and IRAs
- High-asset divorce cases
- Custody and visitation
- Spousal maintenance/ alimony determinations and modifications
- Representation at divorce mediation
- Taking divorce cases to trial
- CPS and DNA cases
Divorce Frequently Asked Questions
The better you understand the intricacies and details of a divorce, the better you can feel about the decisions you are about to make. This will give you peace of mind and help you focus on what is important to you now. Read on to learn more about divorce law and its process.
The divorce process begins by filing a complaint or petition with the court. A copy of this document will be delivered to your spouse either by a process server or by the sheriff’s office. This step might not be necessary if both parties are in agreement. The spouse that receives the document is given a certain number of days to respond to it. The next step will vary greatly, depending on whether you both agree on what needs to happen or if your spouse will file a response either consenting to the complaint or contesting it. Also, the parties may need to file financial statements at this time.
Fixed costs related to a divorce include the filing fees paid to the court and those paid to have the legal papers served on your spouse. Although they vary from state to state, on average they run between $200 and $500.
Variable costs include legal fees for document preparation and legal representation. Fees will vary depending on the complexity of the case.
The parties may face additional costs if the court orders mediation of issues that are under dispute or if a financial analyst must intervene to resolve complex property disputes.
Some time ago you were only able to get a divorce after you had proven that your spouse had done something that qualified as a justification for divorce, such as adultery, insanity, or abuse. After all states passed a no-fault divorce law, you can now get a divorce simply because one of the parties no longer has a desire to be married.
Attorney Tibbs is a veteran of the Jefferson County Court system and a staunch advocate for families and children. He has risen to become one of the most respected divorce attorneys and child custody lawyers in the area and offers a range of additional services within the family court and criminal court system.
Get the legal assistance you need to handle your family matters. Reach out to the legal team at Tibbs Law Office today, and request a free consultation with Louisville family lawyer Krsna Tibbs.
