Category Archives: Family law
How Kansas Law Limits Relocation by a Custodial Parent
In a divorce, child custody and visitation rights are determined based on the parents’ circumstances at the time. But changes can and do occur afterward. Sometimes a custodial parent decides to relocate, which can significantly impact the overall dynamics of the arrangement. In Kansas, specific legal procedures must be followed in such situations, ensuring that […]
How Divorcing Parents Can Plan for Their Children’s College Education
When parents get divorced, maintaining their children’s future welfare is a priority, and financing a college education can be a major part of that goal. In Kansas, child support obligations typically end when a child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever occurs later. This leaves the costs of higher education, such as tuition, […]
Who Gets the Family Home in a Kansas Divorce?
For many married couples, the family home often represents not just a significant financial asset but also an emotional centerpiece of the marriage. During a divorce, as part of equitable distribution, Kansas courts strive to divide marital property fairly, though not necessarily equally. The division of the family home requires careful consideration of both financial […]
What a Premarital Agreement Can and Cannot Do
If you’re getting married, you may want to consider entering into a premarital agreement with your partner. Also known as prenuptial agreements, these contracts are effective upon marriage and when done right are enforceable under Kansas law. They allow soon-to-become spouses to memorialize their wishes for deciding important issues both during the marriage and […]
Dealing with Changes to Custody and Visitation Arrangements Caused by COVID-19
Divorced parents are accustomed to raising children amidst changing circumstances, but the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced challenges that many of us have never seen before. Stay at home orders have imposed strict limits on the way we live and complicated many custody and visitation arrangements. We cannot be sure when daily life will more closely […]
How a Coronavirus-related Income Loss Could Affect Your Alimony and Child Support
Many people have faced a job loss or reduction in income due the coronavirus pandemic. In such a case it might be difficult for an ex-spouse paying alimony or a parent sending child support to keep up with their obligation. As these orders are based on the financial circumstances that existed at the time they […]
Communicating With Your Ex About COVID-19 Custody Issues
During a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, family becomes more important than ever, especially for children whose schedules have been disrupted by long-term school closures and the cancellation of other activities. Parents who are divorced or live apart for other reasons know the importance of maintaining healthy communication through difficult situations. Though this situation […]