As a criminal defense attorney for over 20 years I am often asked about whether a client should take a plea deal or go to trial. To get the best plea deal the 1st rule of business is to organize your best legal defense. The most important factor in evaluating whether...
Year: 2019
A Confession is Not Always Guilty
Probably the most difficult case to defend is when the defendant gives a confession or admission of guilt. That said, there are many cases where an admission does not mean the person is guilty. I recently defended a case where 3 police officers alleged that my client...
NKy Divorce
Being a divorce attorney in Northern Kentucky for 25 years I am often asked about what is unique and what to expect in a divorce. One rather unique aspect of divorce/dissolution in Northern Kentucky is the relatively small legal community which serves the area. With...
How Do I Post Bail Bond?
If you are charged with a crime the court will generally set a bail bond, which is a dollar figure you will be required to post in order to be released from jail pending trial or resolution of your case. In many smaller cases the court will release a person on their...
Is Marijuana Illegal?
Possession of marijuana is still illegal in Kentucky, even though many other states have legalized possession and authorized it as having medicinal value. Possession of under 8 ounces is a misdemeanor and over that amount may bring felony charges. Also, possession of...
Is Spousal Support Affected by Fault in Kentucky?
Kentucky statutes do not provide fault as a basis to award or modify spousal maintenance, commonly referred to as spousal support, in Kentucky. That said, appeals decisions do allow for use of fault to be considered by the trial courts. Statutory Concerns: An affair...
Possession of Controlled Substance Defense
As a criminal defense attorney for 25 years, I am often asked what help an attorney can provide when a person is charged with PCS, or possession of a controlled substance. The simple answer is: A LOT! First, an attorney can help guide you through the process. Judges...
Expungement – ReStart Your Life
Your criminal record may be holding you back. Expungement may be the answer to restart your life! Many people do not know how easy it is for a potential employer to look into your criminal background. This may include traffic offenses, misdemeanors, domestic violence...
Divorce v. Dissolution
As a family law attorney for 25 years, I am often asked what is the difference between a divorce and dissolution. In Kentucky, there is no difference as all cases proceed as dissolution and Kentucky is a “no-fault” divorce state. Essentially, the historical difference...
What Is a Cheap Divorce?
Most people think of a cheap divorce as one that is quick, relatively painless and does not involve a great deal of legal work. Most often they are looking for an inexpensive attorney to do the work. The legal work is largely dependent on the number of issues which...