If you are thinking about ending your marriage, you may be looking forward to your new life after your divorce. Still, you may worry about having enough financial resources to support yourself. While Tennessee law entitles you to an equitable share of the marital...
Divorce
Why should you care that Tennessee is an equitable distribution state?
In every state, there are laws that tell a court how to handle property division in a divorce. Because this is a topic that can become quite complex, the law provides guidelines based on one of two methods. Every state either follows the rules of community property or...
How to talk about your divorce and keep your dignity
When people ask about your divorce you may feel yourself shutting down. Discussing something so personal may not only feel uncomfortable but oversharing puts you at risk of damaging your reputation too. Knowing how to answer questions about divorce the right way or...
Three tips to prepare for your post-divorce life
Many people find themselves unprepared to take charge of their own lives after a divorce. They focus on the process of separating from a spouse but do not think about how they will live once the divorce is over with. Ending your marriage means you must take on...
Divorce tips on social media use
If you spend most of your time on social media or tend to frequently share details about your personal life online, you might want to watch what you post online. Though social media is great for keeping in touch with friends and family from all over, oversharing too...
Understanding the role of a QDRO
The fate of retirement benefits is at the top of the list of concerns for many couples facing divorce. In many instances, courts order couples to split retirement benefits which could drastically alter a person's retirement plans. The method of separating retirement...
How do I file for a contested divorce?
Tennessee allows you to file for an uncontested or contested divorce. A contested divorce is one in which you and your spouse do not agree on all the elements, such as child custody, property division and spousal support. FindLaw explains that a contested...
What is parental alienation?
When parents do not take divorce well, they may take it out on your child. They could do this intentionally, but more often than not, a parent does not realize they are guilty of this. Such is often the case with parental alienation. What is it? Why does it happen?...
When spouses hide assets during or after marriage
Money can be a contentious issue during a marriage. Some spouses seek to avoid the issue by hiding spending or saving from their spouses with separate bank accounts or credit cards. When discovered, the breach of trust can cause a rupture in the relationship that may...
When couples get divorced in Tennessee, who gets what part of the assets?
Divorce can be many things, but one of the most common things it can be is a fight over money. While you were married, you and your spouse were building a future together. Whether your goals included buying a home, starting and running a business, or retiring in...
