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Allen M. Dodd
Allen M. Dodd
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Kentucky Divorce Lawyer with 20 years experience

Allen Dodd has a concentration on complex family law cases involving custody, high asset divorce cases, maintenance, prenuptial agreements, child support, and tax issues. Since 1869, Dodd & Dodd Attorneys, PLLC has... Read More »
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Dean H. Sutton
Dean H. Sutton
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Kentucky Divorce Attorney with 29 years experience

I am a solo practitioner who drafts all his pleadings and personally handles all his cases. When you hire me, you work with me, not a secretary, paralegal, or some other attorney you did not hire. I am a referral... Read More »
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Julie Ann O'Bryan
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 34 years experience
(502) 400-4020 1717 Alliant Ave.
Ste. 17
 Louisville, KY 40299
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University of Louisville
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Julie graduated from Spalding University in 1982 with a degree in Business Administration with a minor in mathematics. She received her law degree from the University of Louisville in 1985. She spent her last semester of law school at Hastings University in San Francisco where she interned for the Department of Corporations. She became a member of the California Bar Association in 1985 and the Kentucky Bar Association in 1987.

From 1987 to 1993, Julie was employed as a Staff Attorney for the Honorable J. Wendell Roberts, US Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Kentucky.

In 1994, Julie started her own...
Richard A. Schwartz Esq
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 36 years experience
(502) 485-9200 3339 Taylorsville Road
 Louisville, KY 40205
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Business and Foreclosure Defense
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
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Tracy Lynn Hirsch
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 21 years experience
(502) 485-9200 3339 Taylorsville Road
 Louisville, KY 40205
Divorce, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Tax
University of Florida Levin College of Law and Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, University of Louisville
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Mr John Hilary Schmidt
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Shepherdsville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 21 years experience
(502) 509-1490 305 S Buckman Street
#1779
 Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
University of Kentucky College of Law
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Our practice areas encompass the full range of personal legal services, but our focus is on:bankruptcy, criminal, divorce, DUI, personal injury and probate. We possess a successful track record of vigorous defense and advocacy for our clients. We believe in timely results and strong communication with our clients. If you want someone to represent you in this way, then we look forward to your call.
Ellie Kerstetter
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 18 years experience
(502) 364-0065 218 W. Oak St.
 Louisville, KY 40203
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Family
University of Louisville
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Boutique-style, solo general practitioner, representing clients in all matters of family law, civil and probate practice, criminal misdemeanors and traffic court, and with business and real estate transactions. Court certified mediator. Hablamos Español.
Amanda Marie Spalding
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Shepherdsville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 12 years experience
(502) 957-1301 200 S Buckman St
Suite 202
 Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning and Family
University of Louisville
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Amanda M. Spalding Law Firm, P.S.C. was founded in 2007 with the mission to serve the people of Bullitt County, Jefferson County, Hardin County, Nelson County, Spencer County, and Shelby County. The firm's goal is to find practical legal solutions for our clients. Amanda Spalding provides a comprehensive legal assessment through her free initial consultation. From there, the firm implements a legal and sensible action plan to initiate and finalize your legal solution. Amanda advocates zealously to protect your legal rights. Most cases can be settled outside of court, but in the event there is...
Rose H. Benkert
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 35 years experience
(502) 584-8583 1009 S. Fourth St.
 Louisville, KY 40203
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
University of Louisville
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Joseph Scott Wantland
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Shepherdsville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 17 years experience
(502) 957-0000 319 S Buckman St
 Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Family and Personal Injury
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Award winning attorney Scott Wantland of WANTLAND LAW, PLLC understands the legal needs of the families in our own community. People are turning to us more and more these days for advice about bankruptcy, divorce, personal injury, traffic violations and estate planning. Scott Wantland takes care of things so you can stop worrying. He has helped families with the tough stuff like divorce, bankruptcy, child custody and serious injury claims from his office in Shepherdsville. To learn how Wantland Law can advise you about your legal rights and practical options for all kinds of problems, contact us...
Johnathan C. Ryan
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 7 years experience
(502) 297-1064 Barristers Hall
1009 S. 4th Street
 Louisville, KY 40203
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Estate Planning and Traffic Tickets
University of Louisville
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I provide legal representation in criminal defense, civil litigation, estate planning/probate and family law, among other areas. Please contact me today for your free consultation so we can discuss your legal matter and see how I can help.
Christopher M Harrell
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 26 years experience
(502) 456-0078 2500 Bardstown Road
Suite #4
 Louisville, KY 40205
Divorce, Family and Social Security Disability
University of Kentucky
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Richard Bryan Gowin
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 22 years experience
(502) 708-2332 1000 Trevilian Way, Suite 3
 Louisville, KY 40213
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Domestic Violence and Family
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David Clarence Perkins
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Shepherdsville, KY Divorce Attorney
(502) 974-0154 295 South Buckman Street
PO BOX 1227
 Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
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Joseph Anthony Cash
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 8 years experience
(502) 333-0617 2520 Bardstown Rd.
Suite 7
 Louisville, KY 40205
Divorce, Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
University of Kentucky College of Law
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William Hoge III
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 47 years experience
(502) 583-2005 200 South 5th Street
Suite 400 South
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Louisville
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Bill Hoge has been practicing law in Louisville for more than four decades and focusing on Family Law for better than half of that time. A Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and former Chair of the Family Law Sections for both the Kentucky Bar Association and the Louisville Bar Association, Bill is a trial attorney with training as a mediator, arbitrator and collaborative Family Law professional. Bill remains active in the practice of law and is of counsel to the firm of Hoge Partners, PLLC, providing advice and guidance to his colleagues, Jim Murphy and...
James Kennedy Murphy
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 26 years experience
(502) 583-2005 Suite 400 South, First Trust Centre
200 South 5th Street
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Domestic Violence and Family
Washington and Lee University School of Law
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Attorney Jim Murphy began practicing law in Kentucky in 1993. He graduated magna cum laude from Washington & Lee University and cum laude from the Lewis School of Law at Washington & Lee University. Prior to joining Hoge Partners, PLLC, Jim's practice with another Louisville firm focused in commercial transactions, real estate and business. Since 2013, he has refocused his practice on Family Law matters with a special emphasis on business and real estate factors in domestic relations. Jim joined Hoge Partners, PLLC in 2014 and works on a broad spectrum of Family Law matters including...
Ruth Wilkerson
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 9 years experience
(502) 583-2005 239 S. Fifth Street, Suite 600
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Appalachian School of Law
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Attorney Ruth Wilkerson has been practicing law in Kentucky since 2010. A graduate of Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky and the Appalachian School of Law in Grundy, Virginia, Ruth has a varied legal background which includes estate planning, workers compensation, personal injury litigation, employment law, civil rights discrimination and sexual harassment. Ruth has focused on Family Law matters since joining Hoge Partners, PLLC (formerly Hoge & Associates) in 2014. She handles both high-conflict and uncontested divorce actions as well as modifications of child support and maintenance/alimony, disputed parenting matters such as visitation schedules and primary residence,...
Allen M. Dodd
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 20 years experience
(502) 584-1108 12004 La Grange Road
 Louisville, KY 40223
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
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Allen Dodd has a concentration on complex family law cases involving custody, high asset divorce cases, maintenance, prenuptial agreements, child support, and tax issues.

Since 1869, Dodd & Dodd Attorneys, PLLC has offered skilled legal representation to individuals, families and businesses throughout Louisville, Kentucky, and Indiana. They have continued to build the practice to support the needs of their clients.

Dodd & Dodd offers a longstanding tradition of service, skill and a solid reputation for results throughout our community.
Dean H. Sutton
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 29 years experience
(502) 625-0902 800 Stone Creek Parkway
Suite 6
 Louisville, KY 40223
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Oregon School of Law
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I am a solo practitioner who drafts all his pleadings and personally handles all his cases. When you hire me, you work with me, not a secretary, paralegal, or some other attorney you did not hire. I am a referral attorney for several different legal plans and have been so for up to 10 years, which attests to my trustworthiness and dedication. I am easy to talk to and I give practical, meaningful advice. I do not tell you something just because I think you want to hear it. In other words, I do not...
Richard J. Head
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 36 years experience
(502) 584-4323 616 South 5th Street
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Personal Injury
University of Louisville
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I am licensed in Federal Court, Eastern and Western Districts, The United States Sixth Circuit, And the United States Supreme Court. I have offices in Shelby County, Kentucky, and Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. I practice Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law, but also represent two Fire Departments in Shelby County, Kentucky, both of which respond to wrecks on Interstate 64, or "I-64" in Kentucky. If you have been injured in a wreck involving a car, truck, or semi tractor trailer, give my office a call.
Hugh W. Barrow
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 15 years experience
(505) 498-5945 2501 Nelson Miller Parkway
#102
 Louisville, KY 40223
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Washington School of Law and Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
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Hugh Barrow is a divorce lawyer in Louisville, Kentucky. Hugh is originally from South Carolina. He is married and the father of two boys.
Rachelle N. Howell
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 16 years experience
(502) 377-3514 600 W Main St #500
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Rachelle N. Howell is a Criminal Attorney, Family Law and Divorce Attorney, and Personal Injury Attorney in Louisville, KY, also serving surrounding counties including Oldham, Bullitt, Shelby, Hardin, and more. Ms. Howell is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is passionate, driven, and determined to see that justice is realized. During her career, Ms. Howell has differentiated herself as being an attorney for real people with everyday legal problems. She knows how to communicate and empathize without "talking like a lawyer" and when the time comes, she is as fierce an advocate as one could hope for.
Anna Aleksander
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(502) 589-0816 436 South 7th St 202
 Louisville, KY 40203
Divorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Louisville
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Legal practice includes car accidents, truck and bus accidents, hit and run accidents, premises liability, falls, and negligence. Let Anna Aleksander use her knowledge and resources to help you with your injury claim. 2005 University of Louisville School of Law graduate. Practicing in Kentucky since 2008. Admitted to practice in all Kentucky state courts and in Federal Court for the Western District of Kentucky.
Krsna Tibbs
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Louisville , KY Divorce Attorney
(502) 874-4877 401 W. Main Street Suite 1710
BB & T Building
 Louisville , KY 40202
Divorce, Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
Brandeis School of Law
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Sarah E. Clay
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 7 years experience
(502) 540-5700 Clay Law Office, PLLC
600 West Main Street, Suite 100
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Louisville
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I am a solo practitioner in Louisville, Kentucky, and represent clients throughout the state. I completed my undergraduate studies in South Carolina before moving back to Kentucky, where I received my J.D. at the University of Louisville. I have extensive experience in criminal defense (from petty misdemeanors to class A felonies), which includes serving as lead or sole counsel in felony jury trials where my clients were acquitted on all charges. I also have experience in family law, personal injury law, estate law, and other general practice areas. I am a fourth generation attorney continuing the family...
Leland Taylor Hulbert Jr
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 17 years experience
(502) 396-9310 600 West Main
Suite 100
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
University of Kentucky
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As the former head of the Violent Crimes Unit for the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, I know what the other side is planning on your case. I use my 20 years of experience in the Court System and the relationships I have made with current Judges and prosecutors to help my clients get the best possible outcome to their case. I have been asked numerous times by local print and television news to provide expert opinions on cases in the Louisville Metro viewing area. Many attorneys will advertise they have "experience" or have catchy slogans...
Maggie Jo Hilliard
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 13 years experience
(904) 383-0605 312 Fourth Street
Suite 700
 Louisville, KY 40202
Divorce, Business, Criminal and Family
Florida Coastal School of Law
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Dual-licensed attorney in Kentucky and Florida representing individuals and organizations in state and federal civil and criminal matters.

Former prosecutor and former public defender.

Business developer and creative consultant for entrepreneurs, candidates, companies and nonprofits.

Legal research and writing professional open to contract with other legal practitioners as co-counsel.

Appellate successes and trial experience, as well as business development samples, can be viewed at www. MaggieJo.com/portfolio
James Russell Lloyd
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 24 years experience
(502) 540-5700 600 West Main Street
Suite 100
 Louisville, KY 40202
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Louisville
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I have lived in Louisville most of my life. I graduated as a Governor’s Scholar from the Advanced Program at Ballard High School. I moved to St. Louis, Missouri to attend Washington University where I earned an A.B. Degree in history. I returned to Louisville where I earned my Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Louisville. Since 1995, I have practiced from my offices in Louisville, Kentucky. I appear in courtrooms all over the Commonwealth. My practice focuses on high conflict and complex divorce and custody cases. I represent individuals at both the trial and appellate levels....
Ashlea N. Hellmann
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 3 years experience
(502) 589-1001 401 W. Main St
Suite 1807
 Louisville, KY 40202
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
University of Louisville
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general practice attorney with trial experience
John Bundy
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 7 years experience
(502) 758-0572 Republic Plaza Building, 200 S. 7th St.
Suite 320
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Bankruptcy, Domestic Violence and Family
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John is a first generation attorney originally from the west side of Cleveland, OH, now residing in La Grange, KY. He comes from a blue-collar family and has worked many blue-collar type jobs, including landscaping, pizza delivery, general labor, lifeguarding, and garbage collection. Through working these jobs John has learned the value of hard work, loyalty and dedication. As your Louisville and Southern Indiana attorney, John has the training and experience to handle your legal problems.
Stephen P. Imhoff
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney
(502) 899-2414 2843 Brownsboro Rd
Suite 101
 Louisville, KY 40206
Divorce, Personal Injury and Real Estate
University of Tennessee College of Law
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Steve Imhoff is a licensed attorney in all courts in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, as well as the Federal Courts. Steve has practiced law in Kentucky for over 35 years. His primary focus is personal injury, automobile accidents, slip and fall, back injuries and pain and suffering, with association with experienced attorneys in medical malpractice, brain injury, spine injury, products liability and other specialties. Steve is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association, the Louisville Bar Association and the Transportation Lawyers Association. Steve was a member of the Louisville Bar ethics committee for twenty years. Steve has given back to the...
Abigail Green
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 10 years experience
(502) 215-8500 325 W Main Street
Suite 1800
 Louisville, KY 40202
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
University of Louisville
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A Louisville native, Abigail grew up in the Middletown area and attended Sacred Heart Academy where she earned her International Baccalaureate diploma. She graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, IN with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She then returned to Louisville to obtain her Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law. During law school, Abigail served as a law clerk drafting documents including wills, trusts, and petitions for divorce. Abigail also served as an extern at the Jefferson County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office. It was during her externship that Abigail realized her...
Diana Skaggs
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer
(502) 562-0050 623 W Main St
 Louisville, KY 40202
Divorce and Family
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In and out of the courtroom, Diana L. Skaggs is on the forefront of new developments in the practice of family law and is recognized for her innovation in the field as well as her continued dedication to families, children and public service. She received the Louisville Bar Association’s 2006 Revell Family Law Award in honor of these commitments. Past President of the Kentucky Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys, where she also served on the national Board of Governors, Skaggs takes an active role in professional organizations and frequently teaches other family law attorneys and judges...
Micah Guilfoil
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer with 27 years experience
(502) 897-6133 173 Sears Avenue
Suite 273
 Louisville, KY 40207
Divorce, Business, Domestic Violence and Family
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Solo practicioner handling Family law issues, Criminal Defense and general civil litigation. *Former Felony prosecutor and Former General Counsel for the Department of Justice, General Counsel for Department of Corrections and General Counsel for Department of Juvenile Justice.
Christy Shircliff
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer
(502) 855-3154 436 S. 7th Street
Suite 200
 Louisville, KY 40203
Divorce and Family
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Olivia Morris Fuchs
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney with 39 years experience
(502) 587-7700 239 S 5th St
 Louisville, KY 40202
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
University of Louisville
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Todd Kingsley Bolus
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney
(502) 327-6787 7982 New LaGrange Rd
 Louisville, KY 40222
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Michael Levy
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney
(502) 585-1132 121 S 7th Street
Suite 300
 Louisville, KY 40202
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Wendi Swinson Wagner
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer
(877) 392-7941 539 W. Market St. Suite 400
 Louisville, KY 40202
Divorce, Employment, Family and Personal Injury
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Courtney Preston Kellner
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Louisville, KY Divorce Attorney
600 W. Main Street, Suite 100
 Louisville, KY 40202
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Diana L. Skaggs
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Louisville, KY Divorce Lawyer
(502) 562-0050 623 W. Main Street
 Louisville, KY 40202
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If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

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