Next to a loved one’s death, divorce ranks second in the list of the most stressful human events. Thus, you would not want to prolong your agony. Instead, you likely wish to get things over with as soon as possible. While not without difficulties due to your family’s...
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Divorce In Tennessee
The pros and cons of a Tennessee divorce
Everyone dreads a divorce. No one gets into marriage thinking, "One day, I'll leave my spouse." But the reality is that some marriages don't work out. If you are at a point where you are considering splitting up from your partner in Tennessee, here are some pros and...
Helping children adjust to a new school after divorce
As families go through the process of separation and divorce, one of the significant changes that children often face is the need to adapt to a new school environment. Transitioning to a new school can add to the stressors that children already experience during a...
The benefits of avoiding social media during divorce
While sharing your life online has become second nature, using social media during a divorce can introduce complexities and potential pitfalls that may exacerbate an already difficult situation. Tennessee residents going through a separation should exercise caution...
How a QDRO protects your retirement assets during a gray divorce
As you age, you not only accumulate wisdom in your years but also substantial assets to your name. It then only makes sense that one of the most contentious issues in a gray divorce for couples aged 50 or older would be about marital assets, particularly, retirement...
Dealing with executive compensation in Tennessee divorce
Stock and equity awards, like options, phantom stocks, restricted stock and stock appreciation rights, are a form of deferred compensation in Tennessee, collectively known as executive compensation. Companies issue them to CEOs to encourage and appreciate them for...
A Gray Divorce Can Be Costly
Regardless of your age, getting a divorce may have a significant impact on your finances.. However, ending your Tennessee marriage later in life may present unique challenges because you don't have as much time to recover from the damage doing so might cause. You May...
Why Are More Older People Getting Divorced?
Unfortunately, divorce is extremely common in Tennessee and most other parts of the country. Divorce isn’t only something that affects young couples, either. Older couples also choose to divorce. This is sometimes called “gray divorce” and there are many factors that...
Filing For Divorce In Tennessee Can Be Complicated
Filing for divorce can be a bit more complicated in Tennessee than it is in most other states. Most states have a straightforward no-fault divorce process that allows a spouse to obtain a divorce by claiming that their marriage irreparably damaged. In these states,...
Filing For Divorce In Tennessee Can Be Complicated
Divorced spouses in Tennessee are sometimes unprepared for the financial challenges they will face as they adjust to living on a single income. Going though a divorce can be expensive if negotiations are unproductive and the case goes to court, and attending to all of...