When parents split up, one of the most important decisions they face is determining where their child will live. In Tennessee, the court generally makes this decision based on what’s in the best interest of the child. However, you might wonder: Can a child choose...
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Do grandparents have rights after their grandchild is adopted?
Grandparents play an important role in a child's life, but adoption can make things complicated. When another family adopts a grandchild, grandparents might wonder if they still have any rights. In Tennessee, adoption usually cuts legal ties between a child and their...
How can unmarried fathers secure visitation rights?
Unmarried fathers often face unique challenges when seeking visitation rights with their children. Establishing a legal connection with the child starts the process of building a meaningful relationship and protecting parental rights. Establishing paternity In...
Can grandparents gain guardianship if parents are incarcerated?
When parents are incarcerated, children often face uncertainty about their care and stability. Grandparents may step in to provide a safe and nurturing environment, but this requires navigating the legal process to establish guardianship. In Tennessee, the law...
Do non-biological parents have rights in child custody disputes?
Non-biological parents often play significant roles in a child's life, but their legal rights in custody disputes can vary. Tennessee law recognizes specific circumstances under which non-biological parents can seek custody or visitation. Establishing legal standing...
How do grandparents get visitation after losing a parent?
The death of a parent can create challenges for grandparents seeking to maintain a meaningful relationship with their grandchildren. In some cases, grandparents may wonder if they have any legal rights to visitation. This blog explains whether grandparents can sue for...
Legal options for grandparents denied visitation after divorce
When parents go through a divorce, it can affect family dynamics. This includes grandparents’ ability to see their grandchildren. It is important for grandparents to know their legal options if a parent denies visitation. Grandparents’ rights Grandparents may request...
Navigating the law as grandparents seeking emergency custody
When families face difficult situations, grandparents often step in to provide care for their grandchildren. Making it through the legal process to obtain emergency custody can be challenging. However, understanding the steps involved can make coming to informed...
How to help your child cope with differences between homes
One of the most difficult things for some children who have divorced parents involves trying to remember the intricacies of two different homes. This means that they have to navigate two sets of rules, two sets of schedules and two sets of parental preferences...
Joint physical custody arrangements in Tennessee
Joint physical custody can be ideal for kids and parents, but it needs careful planning and teamwork. Knowing how Tennessee law deals with joint physical custody can help parents manage this process. Understanding joint physical custody Joint physical custody means...
