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Setting Up a Trust in Kentucky: A Step-by-Step Guide for Families

Jun 01, 2026

Many families look for ways to secure their property, provide for their children, and keep their pri...

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Does Kentucky Have an Inheritance Tax? Yes. Here’s How to Legally Minimize or Avoid It

May 01, 2026

Walking through MainStrasse Village or visiting a local bourbon shop, state taxes are likely the las...

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What Am I Entitled To? A Plain-English Guide to Asset Division in a Kentucky Divorce

Apr 01, 2026

What Are Marital Assets, and How Are They Defined in Kentucky? When you are going through a divorce...

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Is Kentucky a 50/50 Custody State? What Parents Need to Know

Mar 08, 2026

When parents in Covington or Newport begin the transition to separate households, the first question...

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The 2-2-5-5 and 5-2-2-5 Schedules Explained: Visual Examples for Northern Kentucky Parents

Mar 01, 2026

Co-parenting in Northern Kentucky changed significantly in 2018. When the Kentucky legislature updat...

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Trial Separation in Kentucky: A Complete Guide to Rules, Benefits, and Living in the Same House

Feb 01, 2026

Relationships often hit a crossroads where the path forward feels unclear. For many couples in North...

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Divorce After 50: Special Considerations for Gray Divorce in Kentucky

Jan 06, 2026

Life in Northern Kentucky has a certain rhythm. Whether you are enjoying a quiet afternoon in Devou ...

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How Northern Kentucky Courts Handle Child Custody Disputes During Divorce

Dec 14, 2025

Separation and divorce are never easy, especially when children are involved. For families living in...

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How are Custody Decisions Made?

Oct 30, 2025

While a divorce can be difficult, dealing with child custody is usually even harder. In any case whe...

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