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The family home is often one of the most contested assets in a divorce. Oftentimes, years of memories are tied to that property, and the thought of never stepping foot in there again can be difficult. The same can often be said of a beloved vacation property or cabin....
If you are married to someone who is struggling with drug addiction, our law office knows how challenging various facets of your life likely are. Whether they are unable to work because of a drug problem, leading to financial hardships, or you are subjected to some...
Unless one parent has a history of addiction or abuse, co-parenting is the most common custody situation after a divorce. There are many reasons why co-parenting is such a popular option, the main one being that kids do best when both parents are actively involved in...
The bases for granting divorces in Tennessee are proof of statutory grounds or through the satisfaction of certain requirements. According to the American Bar Association, fault and no-fault are the two categories of legal grounds for obtaining a divorce. Individuals...
There is much to say about the emotional effects of divorce, but the financial effects can be just as devastating. Many people focus on the costs that come into play after divorce, such as alimony and child support payments. However, this ignores that a divorce on its...
During your divorce, you probably realize you must give some marital assets to your spouse. If your small business is part of the marital estate, your partner probably has an ownership interest in it. While you likely have some options for dealing with your small...
While sharing parental duties with a former spouse certainly has its challenges, you can likely avoid dozens of pitfalls by writing a comprehensive parenting plan. This binding agreement supplements your custody order by further defining the responsibilities and...
Tennessee residents like you want to enjoy a happy life after marrying. But in years past, signing a prenuptial agreement was counterintuitive to that. Many people thought you did not need this agreement. This is because it indicated you thought your marriage would...
Tennessee residents who are getting divorced know they must split a variety of assets with their spouse as part of their marital split. This may include homes, vehicles, savings accounts and even retirement accounts. When it comes to employer-sponsored 401K plans,...
You may own a piece of real estate or a business that you consider solely yours and not something your spouse has a stake in. If you should divorce your spouse, you might find a court considers your separate property to actually be marital property. This can happen if...