Representing Sevierville Clients In A Wide Range Of Family Law Matters

Divorce and other family law matters can be some of the most emotional legal matters to resolve. For many people, family is the most important part of their lives, and problems that tear families apart are devastating.

Whether you have been arguing with your spouse about how you will divide your property or are trying to create a parenting plan on which you both agree, it is important to work with a lawyer who can help you understand your rights and options.

A Family-Run Firm Helping Other Families Resolve Domestic Matters

The Sevierville family law attorneys at White & White, Attorneys at Law, prioritize the things that matter most to families.

As a family-based firm, attorneys Brandon, Felisha and Sue White are committed to helping clients effectively work through family matters. Whether you are in Sevier County, Knox County, Blount County or surrounding counties in Eastern Tennessee, the firm can help you find a solution. They often assist with the following family law matters:

• Divorce and asset division: When couples divorce, many are concerned about protecting their wealth. The attorneys at White & White, Attorneys at Law, work to resolve important divorce matters relating to the division of marital property, involving real estate, cars, and bank accounts, and high net worth estates.
• Asset division involving a family business: Often, a couple owns a family-run business. When they decide to divorce, many have concerns about the fate of the business. The attorneys at White & White, Attorneys at Law, have extensive experience working with business owners and other professionals. They can help determine what portion of the business each party will receive.
• Child custody and support: Along with wealth, the fate of the children in a marriage is often a top concern among many divorcing parents. The attorneys at White & White, Attorneys at Law, have helped many parties create custody, visitation and child support plans that protect their parental rights and children’s best interests. Whether through mediation or litigation, the firm can help find a solution.
• Grandparents’ rights: Grandparents often play a large part in a child’s life. The attorneys at White & White, Attorneys at Law, often guide and assist grandparents with matters pertaining to the visitation or custody of their grandchildren.
• Modifications to original family law court orders: In many instances, lives change and modifications to a family law court order become necessary. White & White, Attorneys at Law, has helped parties petition the court for modifications to existing child support or other court orders. It has also assisted parties with custody and visitation modification as a result of a relocation or move-away.

The White family is committed to providing compassionate yet rigorous legal advocacy, recognizing that matters impacting your home life require careful attention. Our mission is to help clients transition through difficult legal processes with dignity and confidence. We focus on providing personalized attention because we believe that every family deserves guidance through the most challenging passages in life.

Frequently Asked Family Law Questions In East Tennessee

For more than 15 years, our family-run firm has been a trusted legal resource for many families in East Tennessee. Whether you are facing a divorce, a child custody dispute or a modification request, we understand you have significant questions about the process. Our attorneys have answered some common concerns below.

What are the legal grounds required to file for divorce in Tennessee?

Tennessee law allows a divorce to be granted on either no-fault grounds, primarily citing irreconcilable differences or on one of numerous fault-based grounds. Fault grounds require proof of specific misconduct, such as adultery, habitual substance abuse or inappropriate marital conduct, and may impact the determination of alimony. If the parties agree on all terms, the divorce can proceed on the no-fault ground of irreconcilable differences; otherwise, a fault-based ground must be legally proven.

Is mediation mandatory in a Tennessee child custody dispute?

Tennessee courts generally require parties to attempt dispute resolution, such as mediation, before proceeding to a contested custody hearing. This is meant to encourage parents to reach a cooperative agreement regarding the parenting plan without the need for litigation. The mediator does not have the authority to make binding decisions but facilitates communication to help parents find common ground.

How does Tennessee law determine the division of marital property?

Tennessee is an equitable distribution state, meaning the court seeks a fair, but not necessarily equal, division of the marital estate. Marital property includes assets and debts acquired by either or both spouses during the marriage, up to the date of the final divorce decree. The court considers factors such as the length of the marriage and each spouse’s contribution to the marital estate when determining a fair division.

Can a parent relocate with a child after a divorce?

If a parent with whom the child lives for the majority of the time plans to move 50 or more miles away from the other parent, Tennessee law requires specific notice and a review by the court. The nonmoving parent may object, necessitating a legal determination of whether the move is in the child’s best interest.

Schedule Your Free Consultation With A Family Law Attorney

Our lawyers have been helping families through major life events, from divorce to custody battles. We are here to see your family through every legal passage with the same dedication and care we apply to our own family. Contact White & White, Attorneys at Law, online or call 865-622-7768 to schedule a free consult to discuss your family law matter.