When Tennessee residents enter into marriages, many different factors help determine whether the marriage lasts the long haul. The age at which the parties got married may factor into the length of the marriage. So, too, might differing personalities and the way each...
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Three common myths about grandparents’ rights
Do you have the legal right to spend time with your grandchildren? Many people misunderstand grandparent visitation rights and how they work. Explore the facts behind these three common myths about the extent of grandparents' rights in Tennessee. Myth: Federal law...
Can a postnuptial agreement define household responsibilities?
Even though you love your husband or wife, the two of you come from drastically different backgrounds. When you were a child, your parents expected you to pitch in on household chores. This responsibility has accompanied you into adulthood. Your spouse, however,...
Can a custodial parent move away with their children?
Relocations are often necessary and a variety of factors can contribute. A new job, proximity to aging family members, cost of living and school districts are just some of the many considerations for making a long-distance move. For custodial parents with minor...
What happens to my estate plan after a divorce?
Planning your estate while married looks very different than when you are single. After you divorce, revising your estate plan should rank high in things you need to change. What is so important about changing your last wishes after divorce? Since the terms of your...
Reclaiming financial independence after divorce
One of the challenges many people face after divorce in Tennessee is the often-unanticipated change to their financial situation. Depending on the circumstances, many divorcees may experience feelings of uncertainty about how they will rebuild their savings. Even...
Use caution with dating apps during divorce
You may date during a divorce. You have the right to move on and meet new people. However, you should tread carefully while using dating apps, and any other forms of social media, during divorce proceedings. People overshare online Those who use dating apps are likely...
Explore Tennessee grandparents’ rights
When a relationship falls apart, the rest of the family often feels the impact, particularly when the couple has children together. If your grandchild's parent has limited your time with him or her after a breakup or divorce, you may have legal recourse in Tennessee. ...
Help! I’m divorcing a narcissist
It might not have been evident before you got married, but at some point after your wedding, it became apparent that you married a narcissist. When you decide to finally pull the plug on a no longer tenable marriage, you can also expect your spouse's narcissistic...
Assessing your business’s value before divorce
When a business owner faces divorce, the business itself may be in just as much danger of dissolving as the marriage. The laws that govern property division typically consider a business personal property of the owners, meaning that the business may qualify as marital...
