Category Archives: Family
Tennessee Divorce and Taxes: Can Both Parents Claim the Kids as Dependents?
It is hard to anticipate every twist and turn or issue that can arise while settling a divorce agreement, particularly when minor children are involved. One of the thorny issues that often goes overlooked until you are facing it is the question of who gets to claim the minor children as a dependent on… Read More »
What Does a Family Lawyer Do in Tennessee?
A Tennessee family lawyer practices family law – but what does that actually mean? Family law encapsulates many different things and plays a role in many different scenarios. A family lawyer is often called upon to advise a member of a family who is navigating through some domestic-related issue. This could mean anything –… Read More »
Mediation in Tennessee Divorce
Ariana Grande is “Boq” again and whipping up controversy. As many readers will know, Ms. Grande will be filling the shoes of Galinda the good witch in the upcoming film adaptation of “Wicked,” the book and fan-favorite Broadway musical. What has made a bigger splash in news headlines ahead of the release is that… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Open Adoption in Tennessee
There are many ways that families come to be. Adoption can be a wonderful way to bring a child into a loving home, and to expand a family. If you are deciding whether to pursue adoption, there will be several important decisions to be made. One of those decisions will be whether you want… Read More »
When the Court Appoints a Guardian ad Litem in Tennessee
A Guardian ad Litem in Tennessee is defined as “a lawyer appointed by the court to advocate for the best interests of a child….” The definition goes on to state that the Guardian ad Litem’s Role is also “to ensure that the child’s concerns and preferences are effectively advocated”. TN. R. S. Ct. 40…. Read More »
Can I Have a Common Law Marriage in Tennessee?
There are many reasons to be legally married – beyond the romantic notions of love and family, there are significant legal and financial benefits that might be had as well. But for others, getting a legal marriage is not a top priority. They are happy to live together as though they were married, without… Read More »
Kevin Costner’s Alleged Prenuptial Agreement Terms Upheld in Court – What Can be Included in a Premarital Agreement in TN?
The judge overseeing the divorce of Kevin Costner and his soon-to-be ex-wife Christine Baumgartner delivered a consequential ruling this week. The recent headlines highlight the potential impact of crafting a valid prenuptial agreement. This article aims to highlight the case at hand and discuss several items that you can include in a prenuptial agreement… Read More »
Military Service and Child Custody
The U.S. owes a lot to its servicemen and women. Many of these service members and their families sacrifice a lot in the name of their country. To honor and protect these members, U.S. Federal law has developed in numerous ways that aim to grant special protections to service members. One way that active… Read More »
Understanding Domestic Assault Under Tennessee Law
There are many crimes that fit under the umbrella of “domestic violence.” An action does not need to be premeditated in order to be considered a violation of the domestic violence laws and standards of Tennessee. Domestic violence does not stem from one particular set of circumstances either – it can, and often does,… Read More »
Assets People Commonly Forget to Consider in Tennessee Divorces
People going through a divorce often come to the table already stressed. Already worn thin. Already grieving something big. At the same time, navigating through the divorce process requires people to fully engage and navigate multiple new and stressful things at once. You might be staring down the process of finding a new home…. Read More »
