A divorce could turn into a bitter event for troubled spouses. Adults might have difficulty handling the psychological stress of a traumatic divorce. Things may be far worse for children struggling to process the situation. Regrettably, parents struggling with their...
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What you should know about child custody relocation
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...
What grandparents can do during an adult child’s divorce
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...
The basics of nesting in Tennessee
After deciding to divorce, there are many ways parents can ensure that their children don't have to suffer from the separation. One option that is growing in popularity is nesting. Nesting allows children to remain in their home while parents go through the divorce...
Visitation and custody concerns for grandparents
Grandparents in Tennessee who want additional time with their grandchildren have two options, depending on the situation. They can seek visitation rights or they can seek temporary or permanent custody, as long as they meet the conditions established by the state. The...
Strategies grandparents can try to get access to their grandkids
Grandparents and their grandchildren in Tennessee normally enjoy close and loving relationships. If this has not happened for you due to estrangement from their parents or for other reasons, you have some options to try and gain visitation. Private negotiation and...
Understanding your rights as a Tennessee grandparent
Life often comes with unexpected circumstances that sometimes lead to challenging custodial situations for grandparents. No matter what kind of obstacle or hardship life has thrown at your family, it's extremely helpful to understand your rights so you know what to...
What Tennessee parents should know about the child tax credit
In cases of shared child custody, parents usually have a number of questions and concerns. It may be unclear which parent should be the one receiving payments every month, or it might be necessary to consider options like opting out of advance payments. No matter what...
Fathers and parental custody in Mississippi and Tennessee
Pursuing full custody as a father can seem to be a daunting task. Historically, fewer than 20% of fathers obtain custody of their children. Don’t let those statistics discourage you. Below is an explanation of several issues that the court looks at when making its...
Addiction and custody
Tennessee parents who are struggling with substance abuse and addiction may see their custodial rights impacted until they put their lives back in order. The good news for these parents is that the courts generally want to preserve a child's relationship with their...