Derby City Family Law
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Derby City Family Law
Home
About Us
  • About
  • Rebecca Simms
  • Meryem Kahloon
  • Allison Russell
  • Shanna Ballinger
  • James Thompson
Areas of Practice
  • Adoption
  • Child Support and Custody
  • Divorce and Separation
  • DNA Cases
  • Domestic Violence
  • Fertility Law
  • International Family Law
  • Mediation
  • Prenuptial Agreements
Contact
FAQs
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About
    • Rebecca Simms
    • Meryem Kahloon
    • Allison Russell
    • Shanna Ballinger
    • James Thompson
  • Areas of Practice
    • Adoption
    • Child Support and Custody
    • Divorce and Separation
    • DNA Cases
    • Domestic Violence
    • Fertility Law
    • International Family Law
    • Mediation
    • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Contact
  • FAQs
  • Home
  • About Us
    • About
    • Rebecca Simms
    • Meryem Kahloon
    • Allison Russell
    • Shanna Ballinger
    • James Thompson
  • Areas of Practice
    • Adoption
    • Child Support and Custody
    • Divorce and Separation
    • DNA Cases
    • Domestic Violence
    • Fertility Law
    • International Family Law
    • Mediation
    • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Contact
  • FAQs

Child Support & Custody

 We prioritize child custody and parenting time, working diligently to protect your rights and your children's best interests. 

Protecting Your Parental Rights and Your Child’s Future

 At Derby City Family Law, we understand that child custody and parenting time are among the most sensitive and important aspects of any divorce or legal separation. Our experienced attorneys are committed to protecting your legal rights while ensuring that decisions are made in the best interests of your children.


Custody and Parenting Time: What You Need to Know

 A well-structured custody and parenting plan provides stability for your family during and after divorce. Most parents share joint custody, meaning they make important decisions together regarding their child’s:

✔ Education
✔ Healthcare
✔ Religious upbringing


However, in some cases, one parent may seek sole custody if the other is unable to provide a safe or appropriate environment. Whether you are advocating for joint custody or pursuing sole custody, having an experienced family law attorney is essential to protecting your rights.


It’s also important to distinguish between custody and parenting time (visitation) when negotiating an agreement. A comprehensive parenting plan should include:


  • A regular parenting schedule
  • A holiday and vacation schedule
  • Provisions for decision-making and dispute resolution


Our attorneys craft customized custody and visitation solutions that reflect your family's unique needs while prioritizing the well-being of your children.


Paternity Litigation: Establishing Parental Rights

 In Kentucky, unmarried fathers do not automatically have legal parental rights at birth. While paternity can be established for child support purposes, fathers seeking custody or parenting time must go through the legal process.


Our attorneys are experienced in paternity litigation and will fight to ensure your parental rights are recognized, allowing you to build and maintain a strong relationship with your child.


Child Support & Enforcement

 Kentucky law uses a specific formula to calculate child support payments based on factors such as:


  • Each parent’s income
  • The number of children in need of support
  • Additional relevant financial considerations


Whether you are seeking child support or being asked to pay, our attorneys ensure that the court has accurate financial information to determine a fair and sustainable support arrangement.


If your co-parent is failing to make court-ordered child support payments, we can petition the court for enforcement measures, including contempt proceedings.

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Take the first step toward resolving your child custody or support concerns. Discuss your legal needs with an experienced family law attorney.

Derby City Family Law

2429 Bush Ridge Dr #102, Louisville, KY 40245, USA

502-709-9900

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