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Representing yourself (called “pro se”) in a divorce in Tennessee is legal—but it comes with real risks, especially if the case is anything beyond very simple. Here are the main ones to understand: You may not fully understand your legal rights Divorce law in Tennessee involves specific rules about: Property division (equitable distribution—not always 50/50) … Continue reading Risks of Representing Yourself in a Divorce in Tennessee →

Here’s how divorce-related payments and settlements are treated for tax purposes in Tennessee (which follows federal tax law for most income taxes and itself has no general state income tax as of 2021): 1. Alimony / Spousal Support Federal tax law (for most recent divorces):If your divorce or separation agreement was executed after December 31, … Continue reading How Divorce-Related Payments and Settlements are Treated for Tax Purposes in Tennessee →

Yes — in Tennessee, divorce court records are generally public. But there are privacy exceptions and some limits on how you access them. Public access Divorce case records are usually treated as public court records under the Tennessee Public Records Act, meaning people can inspect them unless an exception applies. Tennessee court rules also say … Continue reading Are Divorce Records Public in Tennessee →

Protecting your assets in a Tennessee divorce requires early planning, clean documentation, and a clear understanding of how Tennessee courts divide property. Tennessee is an “equitable distribution” state – not a 50/50 state – so the court divides assets based on fairness, not automatically in half. Understand What Is and Is NOT Marital Property Separate … Continue reading Protecting Your Assets In A Tennessee Divorce →