Category Archives: Divorce
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 »
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 »
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 »
Why Adultery Can Matter In Tennessee Divorce
On August 23rd 2022 the Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent, Mr. Joris Ray, resigned from his post after formally reaching a separation agreement with the school board. Mr. Ray was placed under investigation earlier this year when allegations made by his wife in divorce proceedings suggested that Mr. Ray may have abused his power and… Read More »
Divorce: Should I Leave The Marital Home?
Often, divorce is a last-resort. By the time you come to the crossroads of deciding whether to dissolve your marriage, you have likely shouldered many a straw that should have broken the camel’s back. In the course of your marriage, you have likely dedicated years of your life, attention, efforts, and emotions into another… Read More »
Hidden Assets And Incomes In A Tennessee Divorce
As a marriage dissolves, so must its assets be distributed between the parties. In some cases, this is a relatively straightforward process. However, in divorce, sometimes it is wise to expect the unexpected. In divorces that deal with high-asset values it is not uncommon for one spouse to try to hide assets from the… Read More »
“Bird Nesting” What’s The Buzz About, And Is It Right For Your Family?
Divorce is hard for all of the parties involved. From the very beginning, parents have recognized that children can pay a disproportionately high price when their parents’ marriage dissolves. Their young minds have to come to terms with their parents no longer being together, and will very likely have to leave their family home…. Read More »
Penalties For Hiding Assets In A Divorce
One of the biggest issues in many Tennessee divorce cases is the distribution of marital property between spouses. In some cases, a spouse may attempt to hide assets in order to walk away from the marriage with more than they are entitled to. However, spouses caught hiding assets can face serious consequences, both civilly… Read More »
Grounds To Appeal A Child Custody Case
Child custody is often one of the most emotional and difficult issues for parents to determine in a Tennessee divorce. If the matter has to go to trial to resolve, oftentimes it is the judge or a jury who decides the outcome, but they do not always get the decision right. If you find… Read More »
Can I Afford To Get Divorced If I’m Not Working?
In many families, one spouse works and earns an income while the other spouse supports the family at home. When the non-working spouse wishes to get a divorce, one of the biggest questions is whether they can afford to end their marriage. At Fort, Holloway & Rogers our experienced Franklin divorce attorneys are here… Read More »
