Protecting Your Family And Property During A Sevierville Divorce
Divorce is rarely easy. Some people contact a divorce lawyer after being cut off from their spouse, money and children. They are in a panic and know they need legal help immediately. Other people reach out to Sevierville divorce and domestic disputes attorneys long before the divorce process has started. They want counsel regarding every step of the process and the most effective ways to communicate with their spouse throughout the divorce.
Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum, it is important to contact an attorney who can give you the representation you need. White & White, Attorneys at Law, offers clients throughout Sevier County, Knox County, Blount County and surrounding Eastern Tennessee counties the legal support they need throughout the process.
Whether you are wondering how to divide your family business or need help creating an effective parenting plan, the firm can help. Practicing together since 2003, the firm has assisted individuals from all walks of life, including other attorneys. Attorney Brandon White has handled approximately 1,000 cases in the domestic area, and the whole firm has handled many more.
As a family-owned law firm, our lawyers provide compassionate yet aggressive representation for East Tennessee families navigating divorce, asset division, child custody and domestic disputes. We are here to see you through life’s passages.
Dividing A Family Business
During a divorce, all marital property must be divided between the two parties. When people think about asset division, they usually think about splitting the house, car and retirement accounts. However, if you own a business that may need to be divided as well. The firm works with doctors, dentists, accountants, lawyers and other professionals whose business needs to be valued and divided during the asset division.
Local Attorneys Here To Help
One of the main concerns people have during a divorce is their children. Attorneys Brandon White and Felisha White answer questions regarding:
- How will my visitation rights be determined?
- Who will be the primary caregiver?
- Who will have custody of the kids?
- How much child support will I pay or receive?
The firm is committed to helping parents receive positive outcomes. If a favorable solution can be reached in negotiation, that is usually the first option. However, when it is necessary, the firm aggressively litigates cases.
Domestic Disputes And Orders Of Protection
Domestic disputes often involve difficult, emotionally charged conflicts between people living in the same household, which can include issues far beyond the scope of a standard divorce. A domestic dispute typically refers to any conflict, disagreement or confrontation within the family unit that threatens the safety or well-being of a family member. These issues require careful, sensitive and swift legal intervention.
If you or your children are in immediate danger due to domestic violence, call the police. Our law firm recognizes that domestic violence issues can be present in some of the families we represent, as domestic violence is one of the reasons why people get divorced. Our attorneys can assist you in protecting yourself by helping you file the necessary documentation and representing you in court to obtain an order of protection, which orders the abuser to stop bothering you.
An order of protection provides temporary relief that may include:
- Requiring the individual to move out of your shared residence: This grants the victim exclusive use and possession of the home, immediately separating the parties.
- Granting you temporary custody of the children: This ensures the safety of the children by establishing a temporary parenting arrangement that is legally binding.
- Requiring the other party to pay you support: This secures the necessary financial resources to maintain your household while the order is in effect.
An order of protection only applies to you – not your children. If your children are in danger, we can help you file the appropriate petition in juvenile court. As a trusted family law firm, we understand the severe emotional and physical impact these domestic disputes can have on families. We stand ready to provide the empathetic and prompt legal action that East Tennessee families need to find safety and resolution.
Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation
Are you unsure how to divide your family business or other marital property? Do you need clarity on how matters of custody, visitation rights and child support will be determined? Are you concerned about domestic violence and obtaining an order of protection?
Learn the answers to these questions and other concerns you have by scheduling your free initial consultation. The firm can be reached online or by calling 865-622-7768.