When ending one’s marriage, preparation is key. Those who go in without a plan tend to walk away with less than they deserve or find that the divorce process takes far longer than it should. Here are a few things that Tennessee residents can do to prepare for the divorce process. First, it is important … Continue reading Are you really ready for the divorce process?
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How long will my divorce take?
Are you ready to get out of your marriage and move on with your life? If you are, you likely want this to happen as soon as possible, but you understand that the divorce process does take time. How long does it take to get a divorce in Tennessee? There actually is no specific time … Continue reading How long will my divorce take? →
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divorce
How does Tennessee determine child support?
Divorce is an emotional, gut-wrenching process. Many find it odd when they discover the determination of child support is an exercise in accounting. While there is some room for negotiation for special circumstances, child support determination is so clinical that there are a number of on-line calculators that can help you determine how much you … Continue reading How does Tennessee determine child support? →
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family law
Getting a divorce, how will our assets be divided?
The splitting up of property when ending a marriage can be difficult for spouses to figure out. Obviously, both parties want their fair share of the marital assets, but coming to agreeable terms can prove challenging as the topics of money and possessions do not always bring out the best in people. What does Tennessee … Continue reading Getting a divorce, how will our assets be divided? →
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property division
When mental health affects parenting time
When a parent’s mental health is not in the greatest place, there are always going to be questions about whether that individual has the ability to properly care for his or her children. This certainly is a concern that may arise during divorce proceedings. Whether one likes it or not, in Tennessee and elsewhere, parental … Continue reading When mental health affects parenting time →
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child custody
How does stepparent adoption work?
In Tennessee and elsewhere, blended families seem to be the new norm. For a number of reasons, it may make sense for stepparents to adopt their stepchildren. In many cases, it really benefits the lives of the affected children. How does stepparent adoption work? Traditional adoption cases can take years to complete. This is not … Continue reading How does stepparent adoption work? →
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adoption & termination of parental rights
Tennessee divorce: Marital home options
Every year numerous couples in Tennessee choose to end their marriages. Those who own homes together are forced to decide what they are going to do with the property. When it comes to the marital home, there are a few options available to divorcing couples. Option number one: keep it. More couples are choosing to … Continue reading Tennessee divorce: Marital home options →
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property division
What rights do unmarried fathers have in Tennessee?
Fathers play an important role in a child’s life. However, establishing paternity can be a complicated process for unmarried fathers. In the event the unmarried parents are no longer together, establishing paternity is necessary for custody and visitation purposes. The state of Tennessee only grants paternity automatically when a child is born to a married … Continue reading What rights do unmarried fathers have in Tennessee? →
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fathers' rights
Is your child custody arrangement not working out?
Most parents, whether they reside in Tennessee or elsewhere, want the absolute best for their children. Following divorce or separation from a significant other, child custody issues may arise. If your custody arrangement is not working out the way you had hoped or something happened making adjustments to your arrangement necessary, a family law attorney … Continue reading Is your child custody arrangement not working out? →
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child custody
When do you need a prenuptial and postnuptial agreement?
Before you walk down the aisle, it can be important to consider the financial ramifications of saying “I do.” Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements allow couples to protect their assets if their marriage does not work out. Considering nearly half of marriages in the United States end in divorce, these agreements can be extremely beneficial and … Continue reading When do you need a prenuptial and postnuptial agreement? →
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divorce