There are a lot of conversations about how divorce impacts young children in Tennessee. It’s not often talked about how middle-aged children can suffer if their older parents decide to go through a divorce. Even though these people might have gone through divorces...
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Working towards a positive divorce outcome
Divorce proceedings could be stressful and unhappy for people whose marriage ends. How much trouble and anxiety spouses face depends on whether the divorce moves along to its conclusion smoothly or things become complicated and contentious. Still, even when...
Preparing yourself for “gray divorce” in Tennessee
Divorce is always a difficult process, but it can be even more complicated when one or both spouses are over the age of 50. This type of divorce is often called "gray divorce." If you are considering a gray divorce, it is important to understand the implications and...
Who is a CDFA in Tennessee?
Going through a divorce involves working with several different professionals, including a divorce lawyer, a divorce mediator and a divorce financial analyst. One professional you may not be familiar with is the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA). Who is a...
Divorcing amicably: taking the right steps
If you've given your best efforts to your marriage and you and your spouse have decided to call it quits, you're likely concerned and a little nervous about the divorce process. Divorcing amicably can make the process more efficient and could help preserve your mental...
Documents to submit to your divorce attorney
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...
How to tell your kids you’re getting a divorce
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...
Understanding fathers’ rights in child custody cases
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...
Gray divorce has unique financial implications
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...
Why gray divorce continues to become increasingly popular
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...
