On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Mar 24, 2020 | Father's Rights
When a Tennessee couple has a child, the mother is undeniable. But what about the father? To establish paternity, a father must go through processes a mother does not need to. Today, we will look at the importance of going through these steps. We will see why...
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Dec 5, 2019 | Father's Rights
Tennessee fathers are as capable as mothers when it comes to caring for and supporting their children. Unfortunately, obtaining joint custody can be a challenge if your ex wants sole custody. At The Waldrop Firm, P.C., we often help dads defend their rights, establish...
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Oct 23, 2019 | Father's Rights
Establishing paternity is very important when you are an unmarried father. Under Tennessee law, you have no rights to your child until you secure a legal determination of paternity. This does not mean you have to go court or undergo DNA tests, though. You can...
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Jun 13, 2019 | Father's Rights, Firm News
Fathers naturally want to spend time with their children and watch them grow up. This is a basic desire, and in most circumstances, a right. Unfortunately, however, so many fathers in Tennessee struggle to gain visitation arrangements that they are satisfied with....
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Apr 4, 2019 | Father's Rights, Firm News
Children benefit greatly from having a strong relationship with both their mother and their father. Unfortunately, father and child relationships can be more difficult to establish at times, and this is often because paternity is not established until the child is...
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Feb 8, 2019 | Father's Rights, Firm News
If you are an unmarried father, you still have the right to be a parent to your child. However, the process of establishing paternity along with visitation can potentially be more challenging. If you are not sure where to begin in regard to gaining custody of your...
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Nov 30, 2018 | Father's Rights, Firm News
Many studies have shown that children do best in life when they have strong bonds with both of their parents. This knowledge has influenced legal policies across the United States for optimal child custody rulings. However, there is still a long way to go, and fathers...
On behalf of The Waldrop Firm, P.C. | Sep 7, 2018 | Father's Rights, Firm News
Whether you are married or single, if you are a man who has split up with the mother of your children, your parental rights might be in jeopardy. This can be through no fault of your own. Contested divorces and custody battles get down and dirty, and it’s not...
