In Tennessee, when a child is born out of wedlock, initially the mother is the custodial parent by operation of law. The biological father has to establish himself as the legal father before he can get court ordered visitation/co-parenting rights. Unless he has signed...
If you are paying child support you may be entitled to a modification to lower your payment if your income has decreased, you have additional children or you are spending more overnights with your children. The legal test in Tennessee is whether there is a fifteen...
When there is an agreement between a stepparent or relative and the child's biological parent or parents that an adoption of the child or children should occur, a Petition for Agreed Stepparent Adoption can be filed. This is far easier, less expensive and quicker than...
In a continuing return to normal, Tennessee Courts have removed face mask requirements and social distancing requirements, at least for vaccinated persons. They have recommenced in person hearings and are catching up on the backlog of cases. If you have delayed your...
It's a well-known fact that many families experience high levels of stress when special events or holidays take place. If you're one of many Tennessee parents who are currently preparing for divorce, you'll want to do whatever you can ahead of time to avoid potential...
If you're a parent who recently obtained or is planning to file for a divorce in Tennessee, one of your main priorities is likely helping your children cope with the situation. Divorce impacts children's lives; there is no doubt. However, if you and your former spouse...
If you are like many other Tennessee parents who are separating or divorcing, your primary concern is making the best decisions you can for your children. You and the other parent may no longer make good partners, but that does not mean that you aren't good parents....
It is normal for people facing the prospect of divorce to have concerns over their post-divorce financial stability. You may have grave concerns over your financial situation after your divorce is final, but you might be able to pursue spousal support. It could be...
So lately, you've found your mind frequently drifting to the topic of divorce. Perhaps you're not even sure yet whether you want a divorce, but for one reason or another, the thought keeps popping into your head. Of course, nobody jumps headfirst into divorce without...
Whether your marriage has been barely hanging on for months (or longer) or a cataclysmic event brought it to an abrupt end, navigating the process of divorce can be quite daunting. Perhaps you and your spouse are on good enough speaking terms that you both agree you...
