Tennessee residents with few assets who file for divorce can usually resolve their cases fairly quickly. But couples with substantial assets often wind up haggling for months over details of their property settlements. These negotiations and protracted litigation can...
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Should you seek an order of protection?
For many people, the holidays are a joyous time for celebrating with family and friends. But that rosy picture isn't reflected by all. Families torn apart by domestic violence often have quite a different take on the winter holidays. For them, the season means walking...
What if you’re co-parenting with a sociopath?
There are likely many reasons why you and your child's other parent split. But if you are having many difficulties with the co-parenting relationship, it may be that your co-parent is a sociopath. While that may bring to mind images of a knife-wielding Ted Bendy on a...
Why do I need an attorney for an agreed Tennessee divorce?
Here in Tennessee, an agreed divorce can be filed if both spouses have reached an accord on the terms and other applicable conditions are met. These divorces typically are faster and simpler and can save both spouses money. But they are not for everyone, as many...
Sneaky ways spouses can stash cash and resources
Divorce tends to bring out the worst in some people. If you are getting divorced, you might realize that your spouse may be capable of some underhanded moves designed to deprive you of your rightful share of the marital assets. Some deceptions occur during the...
Determining child custody in Mississippi
Here in Mississippi, the family law courts encourage co-parenting whenever possible. The guiding principle of child custody, as in other states, is what is best for the children. In most cases, this means that they continue to have a relationship with both parents....
The challenges of proving nonphysical domestic abuse
There is no doubt that survivors of domestic abuse who are scarred, bruised or otherwise marked from physical battery present a stark reality that is difficult to refute in court. But other types of domestic abuse leave victims damaged as well, even if not visibly....
Tactics to keep dads from exercising their parental rights
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 uncommon...
Would bird’s nest custody work for your family?
Tennessee parents who are divorcing can run into roadblocks when it comes to the custody of their children. This is typically one of the most contentious issues that divorcing spouses face. Sometimes settling custody matters requires brainstorming for some original...
Restraining and protective orders in Tennessee
Divorce is not an easy thing to go through, and this can worsen when you are a survivor of domestic violence. Tennessee laws can help protect you from your abusive spouse and may impact certain areas of your divorce. Tennessee offers many reasons of how the court can...