Seymour Family Law Blog
Splitting the family business in a divorce
The division of marital assets is an essential component of a Tennessee divorce. Spouses must identify and provide the value of each item, from vehicles and real estate to bank accounts and retirement funds. Unfortunately, not all assets are easily split, especially...
Important estate planning considerations amid divorce
When you made the decision to marry, you probably felt as if nothing could ever come between you and your partner, and you may have placed a good deal of trust in this person at that time. As a result, you may have decided to give your spouse certain rights and powers...
Research shows shared parenting benefits children
Unless there is a history of domestic violence or substance abuse, most researchers agree that after divorce, children are better off living with both parents. The courts do not disagree, although Tennessee statutes note that when determining custody, judges should...
Good and bad candidates for divorce mediation
When it comes to divorce proceedings, it does not always have to be the stress-filled, name-calling fiasco that television and the movies often portray. Mediation offers an alternative way to decide on asset and debt division as well as child custody. While this...
What happens to stock options during divorce?
Although Tennessee is not a 50-50 state when it comes to dividing assets during divorce, there could still be some surprises. Namely, stock options could be one of your concerns if you fall into the high-asset category. On a basic level, the court could divide all of...
Do stepparents have legal rights?
Research on the health and well-being of children suggests that the more caring, supportive adults involved in a child's life, the better. When children have multiple adult role models who take an interest in their life, it leads to higher self-esteem, reduced risk of...
Splitting the home in a divorce
When couples divorce in Tennessee, one of the assets they have a hard time dividing up is the marital home. Sometimes even vacation homes can give rise to conflict. Couples have many different options to choose from when it comes to splitting real estate in a divorce....
Understanding the financial implications of divorce
Navigating a Tennessee divorce is unquestionably difficult, and it may, too, prove anxiety-inducing if you have concerns about moving forward financially in your ex’s absence. At White & White, Attorneys at Law, we recognize that the more you understand about the...
Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements may ease business worries
When a Tennessee resident owns and operates a separate business before a marriage, he or she may wish to consider asking for a signed prenuptial agreement. In some cases, a soon-to-be marriage partner may view this request as offensive or an indication that a...
How does the court divide the family business during a divorce?
Tennessee uses an equitable distribution system, and dividing a family business during a divorce proceeding may require careful planning and consideration. The court views property and assets — including a business — obtained during your union as marital property. A...
