If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, you likely know that this is just as much a financial decision as it is an emotional one. There are several documents you'll have to organize and submit to your attorney to make the process as efficient as possible. If...
Tennessee couples who are ending their marriage might want to protect their children during such a trying time. However, it’s important for you and your spouse to tell your kids about the divorce. Here are tips on the best ways to do that. Do it together It is usually...
If you've recently finalized your divorce, you may be looking for new opportunities that will require you to move to another city or state to start your new life. If you and your ex have children, you'll have to follow child custody guidelines when it comes to...
There are many myths about fathers and child custody in Tennessee. The truth is, fathers have just as much right to custody of their children as mothers do. If you're a father who is facing a child custody battle, it's important to know your rights and understand the...
Couples in Tennessee who divorce later in life have unique challenges. As the frequency of gray divorce involving couples who have been married 40 years or longer increases, you should make yourself aware of the special issues you will face if you take this step. What...
Marriage was once a central construct of American life, offering substantial benefits to couples who tied the knot. Settling down with a life partner was part of the long-revered American Dream but not anymore. In the United States, marriage and divorce rates dropped...
Divorce rates throughout Tennessee and Mississippi continue to mirror those of the rest of the country. As a result, the same general questions that perplex divorcing couples throughout the USA will apply here as well. One of the most pertinent for many people will be...
Tennessee allows couples to play a role in the terms of their divorce settlement. The couple must agree on the terms, and the judge must confirm it's fair. Tennessee is an equitable distribution state, which means the judicial system divides marital property based on...
When unmarried couples have a child, Tennessee courts presume the father has no biological relation to the newborn. Unmarried parents do have the same rights as legally married couples. The major difference is, paternity needs establishing before a parent can fight...
If you have an adult child who is going through a divorce, you may wonder if this will affect your ability to see your grandchildren and what rights you have as a grandparent in Tennessee. You may also wonder what your role should be during and after the divorce. The...
