Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Terminating Parental Rights In Tennessee
When a child is born, the parents of the child automatically vest, or acquire, certain rights over the child. These rights include items such as legal and physical custody of the child. These rights are precious and difficult to lose, but may be relinquished, either voluntarily or involuntarily, if certain conditions are met. This… Read More »
Who Pays Child Support In Tennessee, And How Much Will It Cost?
Parents worry about their children. This is even more true when children go through something as potentially stressful as the dissolution of a marriage. Divorce changes the financial dynamics of the family unit, so it is not surprising that some of the most pressing matters on a divorcing parent’s mind is: how much is… Read More »
Basics You Should Know About DUI In Tennessee
It’s that time of year again – Holiday season is here. And whether you fall in the camp of “holiday decorating before Thanksgiving is a travesty” or you bust out the snow-flocked decor from the attic as soon as the trick or treat bowl runs dry – there is no wrong way to celebrate…. Read More »
101: Annulment In Tennessee
If and when people think about the dissolution of a marriage, it is usually couched in the term “divorce.” There is a good reason for that, as most marriages that come to an end find that dissolution via a divorce decree. However, there are circumstances which warrant the use, instead, of an annulment. Annulments… Read More »
How Will A Tennessee Divorce Affect Your Estate Plan?
Each year may be made up of 521,600 minutes, but when you are going through a disruptive, strenuous divorce, every one of those minutes might feel like a year in and of itself. It may feel like keeping up with the various questions that absolutely need to be answered now is all you can… Read More »
Gift Taxes And Tennessee Estate Planning
It is not uncommon for people to re-evaluate their estate plans during the holiday season. In a world where so much is uncertain, and some family members may be struggling, it is only natural that we may seek out ways we might utilize our resources to help our loved ones. Those with many assets… Read More »
Fiduciary Duty In Divorce: What Is It, And Why Is It Important?
When you pledge to love, honor, and cherish one another in your wedding vows, no one can understand what that promise will truly encompass. Even couples who try everything they can to work through the trials life throws at them often find themselves journeying down the path of divorce. Unfortunately, by the time a… Read More »
Who Keeps The Engagement Ring When A Couple Breaks Up?
Most people have a certain story running in their mind of how they imagine their life will play out. Details may remain fuzzy and are subject to change, but everyone has a dream they are hoping for in the future. If that dream involves a life partner – as many do – the usual… Read More »
What Are The Forms Of Legal Protection From Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, And Stalking Available To Me In Tennessee?
Too often, the difficult decision to divorce is only made after you or a family member has experienced some form of abuse. If you or a loved one is living with domestic violence, experiencing a stalker, or has suffered a sexual assault, there are legal forms of protection you can pursue under Tennessee law…. Read More »
What is Parental Alienation, And What Are Some Signs To Watch For?
The breakup of a marriage or partnership can lead to major changes in not just your life, but the lives of your children. A parent in the midst of divorce proceedings will, naturally, have many things on their mind and on their plate. Not least of which is the weighty priority to ensure your… Read More »
