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Foundational Law: Attorney Fees in Paternity Cases
We are honored to be regularly invited by the Louisville Bar Association to give the Annual Domestic Relations Case Law Update. Each year, we are asked about the most important case of the year. In this series, we look back at the cases we have cited as “the most important.” If you are more interested…
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Biological Parent Notice and Best Interest Analysis Necessary to Enforce Marital Settlement Agreement Granting Nonparent Joint Custody
Massacci-Miller v. Miller 2024-CA-0960-MR Montgomery Circuit Court Kentucky Court of Appeals Opinion by Judge McNeill Date Rendered: October 24, 2025 Question Presented: Whether a Kentucky Court has proper subject matter jurisdiction when paternity action established paternity in Ohio. Whether a Marital Settlement Agreement granting nonparent joint custody and visitation is enforceable. Husband and Wife shared…
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Mediation: How can mediation help co-parents?
Separation is challenging for any family, and creating a workable parenting plan can be one of the most emotional and complex parts of the process. Mediation offers a setting where parents can focus on building a plan that supports their children and reduces the potential for future conflict. When parents choose mediation, they have the…
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Mediation: What happens during family mediation?
If you are preparing for your first divorce mediation session, you may be unsure of what to expect. Mediation is a confidential and structured process focused on resolution, but it is very different from going to court. At the start of the session, the mediator will explain their role and outline the ground rules. The…
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Mediation: What is family or divorce mediation?
Considering divorce or separation? Mediation might be the right path. If you are considering divorce or separation, mediation might be the right path. Divorce or separation does not have to involve courtrooms, high conflict, or excessive legal costs, even when children are involved. Mediation offers an alternative approach that can be more respectful, more efficient,…
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