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Thank you Will and team Stars

Will Holloway and his team were amazing. They assisted me and fought for me through the process of my case. Not only did they work on my case and help me win even more than I expected, Will and his...Read More

Anonymous

Home Run Divorce Counsel Stars

I located Will on avvo.com after several initial consultations with divorce attorneys in the greater Nashville area. During our initial meeting, I realized Will was my best choice to protect my interests. He was clear and honest with me about...Read More

Anonymous

Honest, Staunch Attorney Stars

Mike was able to guide me a through a lengthy and tedious process, instilling in me realistic expectations. He thoroughly prepared me for every aspect of the case. I would recommend him highly for your divorce or family law needs.

Ashlee

Great Lawyer I would highly recommend... Stars

I hired Will after having to let my first attorney go for never communicating with me and making me feel as though I was all on my own during my divorce. Will and his staff stepped in and a did...Read More

Anonymous

Best Lawyer in Middle TN Stars

I went through a terrible divorce a few years ago, and ended up settling on anything and everything just to get it over with. Unfortunately, because of the settlement, I ended up in court a couple more times since the...Read More

Chris

Child Custody Case Stars

Mr. Forts expertise and due diligence allowed me to obtain full custody of my daughter. Very professional and impressive in and out of the courtroom. Extremely organized and on top of every situation expected or unexpected. Young attorney who took...Read More

Anthony

The Best Decision We Ever Made Stars

My husband and I interviewed attorneys as we had a difficult and somewhat unusual (at least to us!) case. Mr. Holloway was our choice. He has been a life saver for us and our family. I have trusted him and...Read More

Anonymous

Tons of Integrity Stars

I am very impressed with this young and very talented attorney. Picked anomalously from yellow pages, I found out first hand, the tons of integrity, honesty and a just plain willingness to do the right thing. In my opinion, one...Read More

Mike

Michael Fort, Great Lawyer Stars

Mr. Fort did a superb job. He handled my case well. He worked quickly with no hassles. If you need a lawyer, Michael Fort is your man.

William

Divorce Client Stars

Michael Fort did a great job handling my divorce. He answered all of my questions and aggressively pursued a resolution to my case. I was very satisfied with his representation and would not hesitate to recommend him to my friends!

A fine, professional lawyer Stars

Sam Holloway is a fine, professional lawyer. My wife, Denise and I have used Sam’s services for several cases over the years, including the adoption of our son, Wyatt. He is very knowledgeable, qualified, dependable and his rates are reasonable....Read More

Dave and Denise

His tenacity was remarkable! Stars

Mike Fort was presented with a high conflict, high stakes and challenging case that was botched by the first attorney I worked with. His knowledge of the law, aptitude for understanding intelligent (yet dangerous individuals) and tenacity was remarkable! The outcome...Read More

Genevieve Hazel

Exceptional preparation Stars

It is so difficult to find a trustworthy attorney. After meeting with several different ones, we were blessed to find Stuart Saylor. We hired him for a case of termination of parental rights and adoption of minors. It is needless...Read More

Pamela Gandara

Professional and personable attorney Stars

Will Holloway was a very professional and personable attorney to work with. He was understanding of me and helped me to understand all of the steps through a post divorce case. Will provided a thorough, strong representation and helped me...Read More

Rob Atkinson

Responsive, thorough, and strategic Stars

I retained Mike Fort for my "simple" divorce which became complex due to the actions of my opposition. Mike and his team were responsive, thorough, and strategic throughout the process. While listening to my needs, Mike also guided me away...Read More

Scott Martin

Diligent and knowledgeable Stars

I highly recommend Sam Holloway! He has worked diligently on my case, responds quickly, he's very knowledgeable, and you can tell he truly cares. I couldn't have gotten through my complicated custody case without him.

Casey Mayes

Amazing!

Will Holloway is amazing!! He is so professional and knowledgeable. Will was my divorce attorney and I am so thankful he was. He will fight for you! Always explaining things along the way, he made sure I knew all the...Read More

Mary Bond

Forever grateful Stars

You will not find a better attorney than Mr. Fort! He was a beacon of hope for me and my two children at a time when our options appeared limited. He is an expert in domestic abuse, child relocation and...Read More

Kathryn Lillie

Truly cares Stars

No one wants to need an attorney but when you do need one, you want a good one. One that will listen to you and fight for you with knowledge and experience. But more than that, you need one that...Read More

Nola Nash

Grateful

I never imagined I would need a divorce attorney and had no idea who to turn to. Will Holloway came to me through a referral by another attorney. He had the staff and experience to steer me through a very...Read More

Maria Christensen

Exceptional Attorney Stars

Stuart Saylor belongs to an exceptional breed of attorney that blends character, intellect, composure, and a thorough knowledge of the law. He always provided responsive, deliberate, and wise council. I had an extremely complicated, unusual, and often stressful case, which...Read More

Andria Jordan

Frequently Asked Questions

Are There Alternatives to Divorce?

Sometimes one or both spouses know the marriage isn’t working, but they feel the need to stay together because their religion disapproves of or disallows divorce. Others believe the economic benefits of staying married (health insurance, single household, tax filing) outweigh the benefits of divorce. Still others hold out the hope for reconciliation and do not want to take the final step of ending a marriage that might yet be saved.

We understand divorce isn’t the only path forward. Outside of pursuing legal services from a family attorney at law at Fort, Holloway & Saylor, you can discover alternative options to divorce to protect your family and achieve the peace of mind you deserve:

Meditation: You can work with a neutral third party to revisit your relationship, identify issues and reach mutual agreements on aspects like parenting, property division and finances. Meditation is often a faster and less expensive divorce method compared to bringing your matter to court.
Counseling: Get help from a licensed therapist to improve communication and resolve conflict. Marriage counseling clarifies your relationship dynamics so you can make a better decision about whether to stay together or separate.
Legal separation: You can obtain a decree of legal separation or separate maintenance that allows you to live apart while remaining legally married. The parties can draw up a separation agreement, and the court can make enforceable orders regarding child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support and property issues. Having these matters addressed by the court enables the couple to live apart for as long as necessary without dissolving the bonds of matrimony. After two years of living apart, a legal separation can be converted to an absolute divorce if the parties so desire.

A claim for legal separation or separate maintenance can be contested and decided in a hearing. In some cases, the judge has discretion whether to grant a divorce or legal separation when the parties are asking for different things.

Is Annulment an Option?

Tennessee law does recognize annulment, but only in limited circumstances. Instead of dissolving a legal marriage as divorce does, an annulment is an official declaration that a marriage was never valid or legal to begin with. Annulment is therefore only available in situations that would render the marriage voidable or void. These reasons include:

One party was still legally married to another person at the time of the marriage
The parties are too closely related to one another to legally marry under Tennessee law
One (or both) of the spouses was below the legal age to marry in Tennessee
One of the parties is impotent or infertile, which the other party did not know at the time of the marriage
One of the parties refuses to have sexual relations or live with the other party
A party was tricked or defrauded into marriage
A party was coerced into marriage under duress
A spouse was insane or lacked the mental capacity to understand the nature of marriage at the time

In some cases, parties to a voidable marriage might give up the right to seek an annulment if they continue to stay married after learning of the disabling condition. It is important to seek an annulment as soon as possible if you believe an annulment is in your best interest. Issues such as the division of property, payment of alimony, child custody and child support can all be decided by the judge when granting the annulment.

How Can a Non-Working Spouse Afford to Get Divorced?

In many relationships, one partner earns the income while the other manages the household or raises the children. Non-working spouses often feel they are in a precarious economic position and may be trapped in a marriage that isn’t working out for them. It’s important to know that marital funds can be used to pay your Franklin family law lawyer fees, and you are entitled to spend these marital funds regardless of whether you specifically earned them or not.

Our Franklin family attorneys can make sure the judge enters temporary orders as soon as the divorce is filed, so you can receive support while the divorce is pending. Other matters, such as the property division and alimony, can help ensure you are adequately supported as you transition to single life. You needn’t let the issue of paying for a divorce stop you from getting out of an unhappy marriage.

When Should You Hire a Family Lawyer?

Our Franklin family law attorneys offer legal guidance for those going through challenging family situations. We bring our experience and empathy to protect your best interests.

Here are some signs you need legal guidance:

Dealing with challenging family property division
Facing disputes over spousal support
Negotiating fair custody agreements
Handling post-divorce requests
Drafting prenuptial agreements
Presenting evidence in court
Seeking legal remedies

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