From The Reczek Chase Desk
Ways the Military Can Affect A Kentucky Divorce, And What To Do About It.
One of the most common questions that divorcing spouses want to know is how those divorcing from military personnel should proceed so as to preserve their very expensive military benefits. This article provides several ways that military divorce affects a Kentucky divorce and offers information for the properly executing a divorce when one spouse is enlisted in the Armed Forces.
Pitfalls to avoid with your small business.
No one comes to see a lawyer on the best day of their life. Usually, disaster, chaos, and uncertainty bring people through the doors of our office. Having a trusted attorney to help you take these steps can save you time and money while operating your business. At Reczek Chase, we work with a variety of small businesses to tackle these common problems, and save our clients from the headache.
Pets in divorce
One of the most common questions we get asked is: what will the Court do with my pet? For many of us, our pets are like our children. Ethan and I are no different - the pair of us have four dogs between us. Unfortunately, the Court considers pets to be personal property, even though they are living beings with needs and feelings. What does that mean? Let’s break it down.
Recognizing National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
If you don’t already know, a large majority of my work centers around the wellbeing and stability of children. This April marks the first ever National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and, frankly, it could not have come soon enough. Read my thoughts about what we can all do to end child abuse.
Parenting Time and Summer Break
Summer is the season of fun and sun. When parents want to take vacation with their children and have a parenting schedule that does not accommodate that vacation time, it can be tricky to figure out what to do. If you’re open to talking more about how to make a plan for summer vacation, I’d be glad to talk to you about the particular circumstances of your case.
Understanding Adoption in Kentucky.
In Kentucky, adoption is the process of severing all legal ties, rights, and obligations between the biological parent or parents of a child. The right to adopt or be adopted is based solely on statute, and the strict requirements of the adoption statutes must be followed, or the adoption could be challenged by the biological parent.
Preparing for a consultation.
Here, I’ve written a few tips to help you prepare for an initial consultation with a lawyer. My goal is to de-mystify why these appointments are important, and how they can help you decide if the lawyer you’re meeting with is a good fit for you and your situation.
Do I need a Friend of Court or Guardian Ad Litem on my case?
Friends of Court (FOCs) are attorneys appointed by the Court to investigate. They meet with all involved including the parents and children. Guardian Ad Litems (GALs) are attorneys appointed by the Court to represent your child[ren]. They act as your child’s attorney and become an advocate for your child. FOCs and GALs can be very beneficial to high conflict cases. Read here to know if it may be appropriate for your case.
I want a divorce…what now?
Getting divorced is a big step that leaves most people feeling confused and unsure of where to begin. Do you move out? Do you call an attorney? What about bank accounts? And Kids? Take a deep breath and focus on one thing at a time.