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John H. Ruby & Associates is conveniently located in the east end of Louisville, Kentucky at the corner of Breckenridge Lane and Taylorsville Road and serves clients in Jefferson County, Oldham County, and surrounding counties.
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Louisville, KY 40220-1462
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How to Update Your Will in Kentucky: Codicils, Revocations, and When to Start Fresh
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe moments after a major life transition blur together. A marriage, a divorce, the birth of a child, or the sudden loss of a family member shifts your entire perspective on the future. Many people assume the estate plan they drafted a decade ago will simply adapt to their new reality. It will not. Kentucky […]
Legal Separation vs. Divorce in Kentucky: Key Differences Every Spouse Should Know
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe moments leading up to ending a marriage are often filled with confusion, financial anxiety, and questions about the future. For spouses in Louisville and surrounding communities, the path forward is not always a straight line to divorce. Sometimes, couples need time apart but want to establish clear financial and parenting boundaries without completely dissolving […]
Can I Get Divorced in Kentucky If My Spouse Lives in Another State?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesWhen a marriage breaks down, it is common for spouses to separate physically before they separate legally. Sometimes, this means one spouse moves across the Ohio River to Indiana, relocates down the I-65 corridor to Tennessee, or moves across the country for a fresh start. If you have remained in Louisville, Lexington, or elsewhere in […]
What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Kentucky: A Step-by-Step Look at Intestate Succession
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe loss of a family member brings an overwhelming wave of grief, paired with the immediate stress of hospital bills, funeral arrangements, and notifying loved ones. When a loved one passes away unexpectedly, perhaps after a sudden medical emergency at UofL Hospital or Baptist Health Louisville, families are often left wondering how to manage the […]
What Is the Average Car Accident Settlement in Kentucky?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe moments immediately following a motor vehicle collision are chaotic and overwhelming. Whether you are navigating the heavy freight corridor on I-64 heading toward Lexington or dealing with the notoriously challenging traffic patterns of “Spaghetti Junction” in downtown Louisville, an unexpected impact changes your life in seconds. After the ambulance sirens fade and you begin […]
Should You Choose a Revocable or Irrevocable Trust for Your Kentucky Estate Plan?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesEstate planning in the Commonwealth involves more than simply deciding who receives your property after you pass away. It is a strategic process of stewardship that protects your life’s work, secures your family’s future, and ensures your wishes are honored with precision. For many Kentucky families, the foundational decision in this process is choosing between […]
How Black Box Data Can Help Your Kentucky Truck Accident Case
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesYou are driving down I-65 near Louisville’s “Spaghetti Junction” interchange, or perhaps navigating the heavy freight corridor on I-64 heading toward Lexington. Traffic slows suddenly. You brake, but the 80,000-pound tractor-trailer behind you doesn’t. The impact is catastrophic. In the chaotic aftermath, ambulance sirens, police lights, and a trip to University of Louisville Hospital or […]
How Are Stock Options and RSUs Divided in Kentucky High-Asset Divorces?
/by Lauren CarniIn the high-stakes environment of executive divorce, traditional assets like the marital home in Lake Forest or retirement accounts at Fidelity are often just the tip of the iceberg. For many professionals in Louisville and the surrounding Bluegrass region, a significant portion of wealth is tied up in complex executive compensation packages, specifically stock options […]
What Are My Rights After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Kentucky?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe screech of tires, the crunch of metal, and then… silence. For most drivers in Kentucky, a car accident is a moment of confusion and panic. But when the other driver speeds away without stopping, that panic often turns to disbelief and anger. You are left standing on the side of I-64 or a busy […]
Should I File for Divorce Now or Wait Until After Tax Season?
/by John H. Ruby & AssociatesThe period between New Year’s Day and the April tax deadline often brings a unique tension to households in the Bluegrass region. While the holidays are behind us, the financial realities of the previous year are coming into focus just as marital strains may be reaching a breaking point. For many couples in Louisville, Lexington, […]