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Oct. 19, 2023

Asset division remains a crucial part of every divorce. In a contested divorce, the Tennessee court will share the couple's marital assets equitably and fairly between both parties. Unfortunately, some non-compliant spouse may intentionally disobey property division decree and withhold their ex-partner's share of the marital assets.

Sept. 21, 2023

Discovery is a legal term used to describe how both sides of a civil or criminal case can request, receive, and exchange information, testimony, or items relevant to the upcoming trial.

Aug. 16, 2023

Social media has become ingrained in our modern culture, which has exciting benefits as well as potentially damaging consequences. While being able to connect with millions of other users located anywhere around the globe offers many opportunities past generations never experienced, there can be serious drawbacks if you end up sharing too much information about yourself or your life. When you are in the middle of a family law case, you may be surprised to learn about the impact your social media activity can have.

July 13, 2023

Getting married is a joyous event, and you might not want to consider the possibility of divorce before you’ve walked down the aisle. However, a prenuptial agreement can be an incredibly helpful tool for both spouses.

June 8, 2023

Filing for divorce or getting served with divorce papers can be devastating events. Considering the legal process attending these steps can be daunting and add stress to an already difficult situation.

May 1, 2023

Marital dissolutions often have both immediate and long-lasting financial ramifications on the divorcing couples. To mitigate the unfair economic effect of the divorce on the unemployed or lower-earning spouse, Tennessee courts may award alimony. This requires the higher-earning spouse to provide financial support to their ex-partner.

April 5, 2023

Grounds for a divorce in Tennessee can be irreconcilable differences or any number of complaints, including adultery, alcohol or drug addictions, desertion, and more. Generally, a divorce based on irreconcilable differences can result in an uncontested divorce, in which both spouses agree to the terms of the dissolution. A divorce based on a different reason will likely be contested – in other words, fought out in court.

March 9, 2023

Divorce is a difficult situation that can take a toll on any family. In particular, post-divorce living arrangements require careful consideration of various factors.

Feb. 14, 2023

Going through a divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. In divorces that involve children, a detailed and comprehensive parenting plan is a must. These plans are a crucial part of determining the relationship between two parents who are no longer together. However, the process of creating a parenting plan might seem overwhelming. You might feel worried that you will forget to address something important in this plan.

Jan. 17, 2023

Whether you’ve been divorced for one year or for 10 years, maintaining a workable parenting plan is essential for all couples who share custody or parenting time of children.