Divorce
How to Ask for a Prenuptial Agreement
So, you’ve decided to tie the knot and get married. Congratulations! You’ve reviewed your financial situation and the probabilities on marriages lasting and you’ve concluded that a prenuptial agreement might be a good idea. You then review your rights and options with an experienced law. All well and good so far. You now have to…
Read MoreHow Much Do the Kids Need to Know About Your Divorce?
When marriages go south, parents are often so focused on their anger at their spouse and their personal frustrations that it can be easy to forget how hard a divorce can be on children. Parents who are focusing on their internal problems can fail to realize that kids are often fully aware that something in…
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Divorcing a Narcissist
Divorce is hard enough under normal circumstances that come with ending a marriage. The anger, hurt, guilt, and sometimes sense of betrayal is enough to send anyone into an emotional tailspin. It’s often a time when rationality flies out the window only to return once you see the glimmer of the light at the end…
Read MoreShould We Get Divorced, or Legally Separated?
Marriage is tough and every couple has different hurdles to overcome. Some may be known going into the marriage while others unexpectedly surface over time. Some couples are able to work through and move past them while others debate whether a divorce may be the only way to go. Is it really that cut and…
Read MoreOvercoming the Problem of Decision Fatigue in Divorce Proceedings
Scientific observations have determined that the more choices a person is compelled to make, the more inconsistent and sloppier their decision-making process becomes. This phenomenon is referred to as decision fatigue and it can become a very difficult problem or individuals facing high stress situations that require many decisions in a compressed period of time.…
Read MoreLegal and Practical Concerns for Starting Your Life after a Divorce
Strong family law representation doesn’t just end with the divorce decree, custody orders, the division of the marital property, and support orders. There are many legal issues that can arise after the divorce is final. There are numerous practical issues that former spouses need to be prepared to handle. Our experienced Knoxville divorce lawyers help…
Read MoreWhat Laws Are in Place to Protect Servicemembers during Divorce?
Going through a divorce is never an easy process. It becomes even more difficult when you are serving in the military. Being on a military base on the other side of the country – or worse yet, on the other side of the world – will only make matters more challenging. If you’ve been contacted…
Read MoreCan I Evict My Spouse During the Divorce Process?
When a marriage is in the process of coming to an end, it is understandable when one of the spouses may not want the other spouse to remain in the house longer than necessary. However, many times neither spouse wishes to leave the home or simply cannot afford to leave and pay for a place…
Read MoreWhen It Comes to Family Law Issues, Don’t Hire the “Lincoln Lawyer”
“The Lincoln Lawyer” was an adaptation of a Michael Connelly novel about a criminal defense lawyer who operates his law firm out of a chauffeur-driven Lincoln Town Car. The attorney, played by Matthew McConaughey, operates his legal practice out of the Lincoln because he does not have an office. As far as a conceit for…
Read MoreTennessee Legislators Consider Bill to Support Children with Disabilities
In mid-March, Tennessee lawmakers filed a bill amendment aimed to provide more assistance to children with long-term disability and complex medical needs who live with their families, and aren’t currently on TennCare. This could help thousands of children and families financially by creating an easier path to the services offered by Medicaid. Currently, there is…
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