State-Specific Legal Forms

Kentucky quitclaim deeds must be signed, notarized, and recorded in the county clerk's office; a consideration certificate is required and transfer tax applies.

Kentucky adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act in 2020 (KRS Ch. 457); statutory form is durable by default unless expressly stated otherwise.

Kentucky requires wills be in writing and signed by the testator and two competent witnesses; holographic wills are recognized if entirely in the testator's handwriting.

Kentucky Living Will Directive Act allows declarants to direct withholding of life-prolonging treatment and appoint a healthcare surrogate; statutory form in KRS § 311.625.

Kentucky LLC Act allows operating agreements to be oral or written; not filed with the Secretary of State but recommended to override default rules.

Kentucky's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act applies in localities that have adopted it (Lexington, Louisville, etc.); deposits must be held in a separate account.

Kentucky requires a 7-day notice to pay or quit for nonpayment and a 14-day notice for lease violations under URLTA jurisdictions; common law applies elsewhere.

Kentucky small claims division of district court hears civil matters up to $2,500; corporations may not file as plaintiffs in small claims.

Kentucky permits no-fault divorce on grounds of irretrievable breakdown; requires 180-day residency and a 60-day waiting period after filing if children involved.

Kentucky adult name changes are filed in district court; minor name changes require both parents' consent or a hearing.

Kentucky warranty deeds (general or special) convey property with title covenants; recorded with the county clerk along with a consideration certificate.

Kentucky requires a notarized bill of sale (Form TC 96-182) and odometer disclosure for motor vehicle transfers; filed with the county clerk for title.

Kentucky enforces prenuptial agreements based on common law (Edwardson v. Edwardson, 798 S.W.2d 941); requires full disclosure, voluntariness, and fairness.

Kentucky landlords may charge reasonable application fees; screening must comply with the federal Fair Housing Act and Kentucky Civil Rights Act.

Kentucky does not require pre-suit demand letters in most civil cases but they are commonly used; required in some consumer protection and bad faith claims.

Kentucky requires proof of service filed with the court; sheriff or any non-party adult may serve process and execute the return.

Kentucky promissory notes are governed by UCC Article 3; legal interest rate is 8% absent contract, with higher rates allowed by written agreement.

Kentucky enforces NDAs as ordinary contracts; trade secrets are also protected under the Kentucky Uniform Trade Secrets Act.

Kentucky enforces non-competes if reasonable in scope, duration, and geography; continued employment alone may serve as consideration (Charles T. Creech, Inc. v. Brown).

Kentucky permits modification when there is a material change in circumstances resulting in a 15% or greater change in support; Kentucky Child Support Guidelines apply.