Divorce

If you’re in a marriage where you have many high-value assets, it is important for you to get appraisals of all that property before dividing it. You should also place a focus on figuring out which assets are separate and which are marital. Shared assets are subject...

Having plenty of time with the kids is usually the top priority for parents considering a divorce. Most of the time, the Tennessee family courts will do their best to include both parents in the parenting plan for the family and protect both parental relationships....

If you and your co-parent are sharing custody of your children, it’s wise to make the transitions from one home to the other as smooth and pleasant as possible – particularly for your kids. These exchanges, and the entire day, can be stressful and probably sad if...

One of the most contentious aspects of a divorce is the asset division process, especially if the divorcing couple has been married for many years. Therefore, it is important that all divorcing spouses are aware of how the law applies to their situation, and how they...

When you're a parent that's about to get a divorce, telling the kids what's about to happen can be one of the hardest things to do. As hard as it might be, however, it is definitely necessary. Even though this is a conversation you are dreading, if divorce is on your...

The holiday season is gearing up -- but you’re unlikely to feel the spirit of the season very deeply when you’re caught in an unhappy marriage. Should you file for divorce now or wait until after the start of the new year? Ultimately, you have to make the call, but...

Any legal process goes more smoothly when you plan in advance. That’s just as true for divorce as anything else. However, it can be hard to plan for a divorce if you have no idea that it’s coming until your spouse gives you the paperwork and asks you to sign.  With...

There are many reasons a parent may wish to consult with a family law attorney regarding the termination of parental rights. For example, a parent may feel concerned about the fitness of their co-parent. In another example, a parent may believe that their co-parent is...

As you prepare for divorce, you’re likely to have questions and concerns about the impact it will have on your financial life. This includes everything from the assets you retain to the debts you have to take on. No two people face the exact same circumstances when...

It is most likely not easy for a Texas resident to decide to end their marriage. A lot of thought and consideration goes into the decision and the process is most likely to alter the rest of the individual’s life, at least in the long run. It is an overwhelming...