When a mother moves to another state, fathers often face challenges in staying involved and meeting their child support responsibilities. Knowing how the law works can help fathers protect their rights and make sure everything stays fair. Child support laws and state...
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How can unmarried fathers secure visitation rights?
Unmarried fathers often face unique challenges when seeking visitation rights with their children. Establishing a legal connection with the child starts the process of building a meaningful relationship and protecting parental rights. Establishing paternity In...
Can grandparents gain guardianship if parents are incarcerated?
When parents are incarcerated, children often face uncertainty about their care and stability. Grandparents may step in to provide a safe and nurturing environment, but this requires navigating the legal process to establish guardianship. In Tennessee, the law...
Which assets are separate property in a Tennessee divorce?
Divorcing couples in Tennessee have many challenging discussions ahead of them. If they have children with each other, they need to find solutions for sharing custody. They also have to negotiate arrangements for sharing their property with one another. Equitable...
Do non-biological parents have rights in child custody disputes?
Non-biological parents often play significant roles in a child's life, but their legal rights in custody disputes can vary. Tennessee law recognizes specific circumstances under which non-biological parents can seek custody or visitation. Establishing legal standing...
How can a gray divorce affect your financial future?
Divorcing later in life, often referred to as a "gray divorce," could have significant financial implications for both parties involved. As you go through this challenging transition, it is crucial to understand how it could impact you financially. Doing so could...
How can fathers protect their rights during adoption?
Fathers who are going through adoption often feel a lot of emotions and face many challenges. Fathers who want to stay involved in their child's life need to understand their rights and take action. This blog explains some important steps fathers can take to protect...
How do grandparents get visitation after losing a parent?
The death of a parent can create challenges for grandparents seeking to maintain a meaningful relationship with their grandchildren. In some cases, grandparents may wonder if they have any legal rights to visitation. This blog explains whether grandparents can sue for...
Using a QDRO when dividing retirement accounts during divorce
Married couples who have enjoyed a degree of financial success may find themselves facing very difficult divorces. They likely have more assets to divide and feel strongly about preserving their comfortable standard of living. One of the ways people leverage their...
How can divorcing later in life affect family dynamics?
Divorce later in life, sometimes called "gray divorce," can have a big impact on family dynamics. When parents separate after many years of marriage, adult children often face unexpected emotional challenges. Divorce at this stage can also lead to shifts in...