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Imagine being offered a job outside of Richmond that will require you to relocate with your kids. Or, picture getting a call from your ex-spouse saying that he or she wants to move to another state with your children.  Many of the past clients that we here at Shumate,...

When you decided to divorce, you may or may not have thought ahead to various types of situations that may cause potential stress between you and your former spouse where your children are concerned. Like many Kentucky parents, there have probably been (and will most...

If you are arrested in Kentucky, the officer detaining you must utter the well-known Miranda warning before interrogating you. Knowing the purpose and protections of a Miranda warning can help you protect your constitutional rights.As the American Bar Association has...

When accusations of sexual assault are made, a moral conflict may ensue amongst many in Richmond. The immediate reaction may be to have sympathy for the alleged victim, while at the same time, there may also be a hesitancy to rush to judgement in condemning the...

While it can be a challenging subject for many couples in Richmond, having a valid prenuptial agreement in place is crucial for explicitly spelling out financial matters before a marriage takes place. There are a number of common mistakes associated with these...

In their haste to file for divorce, many people in Kentucky fail to realize that their financial situations are going to change. Whether they plan to get custody of their kids or move into separate households, careful consideration and planning should occur to...

For parents in Kentucky, perhaps the most troubling aspect of divorce is discussing the matter with their children. Kids are bound to experience a range of emotions when hearing the news, some of which will be very difficult to contend with. In this case, knowing how...

If you’ve been convicted of a felony in Kentucky, you know that life does not always go back to normal after you are released. In fact, most felons face a multitude of long-term consequences after a felony conviction, which can touch many different areas of a...

When parents choose to terminate their marriage, the aftermath can have a dramatic effect on children involved in the divorce. In addition to undergoing major emotional changes as children may be required to transition to another home and adjust to a new environment,...

It is sometimes difficult to understand the differences between a federal crime and a crime that would be handled by the state of Kentucky. They do overlap, but there are distinct aspects that make federal crimes different. At , we want you...