What do I need to know about Facebook and my divorce?
Facebook has opened lines of communication, allows people to stay in touch and even allows people to reconnect with friends and family (and sometimes old love interests) from long ago. That also allows many to get themselves in trouble when it comes to their marriage. Research in the UK suggests that Facebook is cited [...]
What is work-related childcare?
Work-related childcare is a term used in relation to a credit included when child support is set. The Child Support Guidelines define "work-related childcare" in Tennessee as: "Expenses for the care of the child for whom support is being determined which are due to employment of either parent or non-parent caretaker." Tenn. Comp. R. [...]
In Tennessee, do I have to let my children speak with their other parent by phone during my parenting time?
Tennessee parenting plans grant both parents "the right to unimpeded telephone conversations with the child at least twice a week at reasonable times and for reasonable durations." This is pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated 36-6-101. This also requires that the parent exercising his/her parenting time provide the other parent with a working telephone number [...]
Does your office accept payment plans?
In most cases, we offer payment plans. The terms of your plan will depend on the type of case. To discuss your payment options, contact our office today!
What is your retainer for a Tennessee divorce case?
Our retainer rates vary based on several factors: 1) The complexity of your case. 2) Whether your divorce will be contested or uncontested. Uncontested divorce retainer rates are going to be lower than contested ones. 3) The Tennessee county in which we will be filing your divorce. Some Tennessee counties allow finalization of a [...]
My spouse and I both want a divorce. Does that mean we can file an uncontested divorce in Tennessee?
The answer is MAYBE. There is more to an uncontested divorce than the simple agreement that you wish to be divorced. In Tennessee, you may file a divorce on the grounds of "irreconcilable differences", which is what many refer to as an "uncontested" divorce. These divorces typically save you time and money. However, you [...]
Do I have a right to access my child’s school records in Tennessee?
Tennessee Code Annotated §36-6-101, entitles both legal parents of a child to the right to receive directly from the child's school any educational records customarily made available to parents. This statute also states that, "[u]pon request from one parent, the parent enrolling the child in school shall provide to the other parent as soon [...]
In Tennessee, can I close a joint bank account while my divorce is pending?
Tennessee divorce courts enter a mandatory injunction at the beginning of each case. This order will ensure that neither party dissipates the marital assets or cancels jointly held accounts or insurance policies. It is always advisable to speak with your attorney before closing an account or making a large withdrawal. If there is a [...]
In Tennessee, how do I appoint a guardian for my children in the event of my death?
Our office is able to help you ensure your children are taken care of in the event of your death. You can designate a guardian for your minor children in a Last Will & Testament, which is a legal document disposing of your assets upon your death. You may also wish to appoint a [...]
What is the most important consideration for awarding Tennessee alimony?
While Tennessee judges will consider a number of factors when deciding whether or not to award alimony, the two most important factors the court will consider are (1) the economically disadvantaged spouse's financial need and (2) the obligor/payor spouse's financial ability to pay the other spouse. When considering these two factors, the most important [...]