Property Division In Kentucky Divorce: Protecting Your Assets
Last updated on March 21, 2025
Ending a marriage is never easy. Dividing the life you built together can seem impossible, especially when it comes to the complexities of marital asset division. At The Law Office of Marvin Knorr & Associates, our Covington divorce attorneys are here to assist you. We provide compassion, clarity and the wisdom earned from decades of experience. We bring diverse skills and extensive courtroom experience to your case. Our modern solutions address the complex needs of 21st-century clients going through a divorce.
How Do Kentucky Courts Divide Property?
Kentucky uses the law of equitable division in divorce cases. This means the state distributes marital property fairly, but not necessarily 50-50. Marital property includes assets that the spouses acquired after getting married. Separate property is property that each individual spouse owned before getting or received as a gift or inheritance.
Courts consider several factors when dividing property:
- Length of the marriage
- Each spouse’s economic circumstances
- Contributions to the marital property
- Value of separate property
- Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements
Family law counsel is crucial in property division cases. An experienced family law attorney like those on our team can help you identify marital assets, argue for fair distribution and protect your financial interests.
Making Prenuptial And Postnuptial Agreements Work For You
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements have a major role in property distribution arrangements. They allow spouses to decide in advance how assets will be divided if the marriage ends. A valid prenup or postnup can override Kentucky’s equitable distribution laws. Even so, you will need the advocacy of a divorce lawyer to interpret and apply the stipulations of the contract correctly. It is far too common for one spouse to try to override or misapply the terms of the prenuptial agreement. We strive to ensure that all parties involved abide by the terms of your prenup or postnup.
Protect Your Property; Consult Our Kentucky Divorce Attorneys
Don’t leave your financial future to chance. Our experienced family lawyers are ready to help you with asset division. Contact us now for a consultation and let us fight for your fair share. Please call 859-495-1857 or send us an email to begin. Our lawyers are available 24/7 to address your concerns.