As the new year draws ever closer, you may be thinking about your list of resolutions. If you are in an unhappy or otherwise unsuccessful marriage, divorcing your spouse may be on your list. This is common, as many partners choose to wait until after the holidays...
During a divorce, you will have to separate your lives. This means dividing property that you bought together or that the court determines is marital property. The only things you can keep without having to possibly split them are those the law says are separate...
For many families in Tennessee, the holidays are a time for celebration and time together. However, for couples who are struggling, the holidays can be a challenging time. Many choose to stay together for the sake of the children and then start divorce proceedings in...
While the holidays usually involve families coming together, this time of year can be tough for divorced couples. This is especially true for divorced couples with children, who will need to navigate scheduling conflicts in a way that best benefits their kids. U.S....
You and your spouse are no longer able to live together. You entered into this marriage with the hope that it would last “till death do you part.” Unfortunately, that is not the case, and the emotional upheaval is taxing. You know that it is time to make the decision...
There are a lot of reasons why it can be hard for couples to bring their marriage to an end. Some lose sleep over concerns about their finances, while others are unsure of how they will adjust to the myriad of ways in which life will change after a marriage ends. Some...
Ending a relationship is a hard process. When you end a marriage, it is even more difficult because you have all the legal aspects that can make the process drag on. You cannot just move out of your shared Tennessee home and be done with it like you can if you are not...
Significant changes to your life in Tennessee, whether positive or negative, can occur quickly. At Parker and LaDuke, we know that a change in circumstances may affect your ability to pay child support. It is possible to seek modification of a child support order....
Non-custodial parents who have visitation rights through a Tennessee family court must care and provide for their children just as though they have full custody. If you suspect your ex-spouse is an unfit parent during your child's visits, there are ways to search for...
One of the biggest tasks couples going through divorce must complete is the dissolution of their finances. As challenging as it may seem to separate their lives now that their relationship is over, it is often more challenging for them to overcome the financial...
