Couples filing for divorce has risen during the COVID 19 pandemic due to the increased strain on their marriages. You can learn more HERE. Oten times divorce will lead to child custody hearings. Tennessee recently changed its custody laws. Parents already sharing custody have run into the matter of co-parenting during the COVID 19 pandemic.
Read MoreHow Much Will A Divorce Cost?
How Much Will A Divorce Cost in Tennessee? Divorce Planning The cost of divorce is a normally a top question people have when going through the divorce process. It is important to understand that cheaper is not always better. Lawyers who offer low flat fees for divorce representation oftentimes maintain heavy caseloads and give minimal
Read MoreChild Custody & Visitation During COVID-19 In Tennessee
Child Custody & Visitation During COVID-19 In Tennessee Tennessee’s schools are closed for the remainder of the academic school year. Additionally, the courts are closed to in-person hearings with a few exceptions. Many businesses remain closed and everyone is struggling so far in 2020. Families are also trying to adjust their schedules as many people
Read MoreCan I Collect Social Security Benefits From My Ex-Spouse?
Can I Receive Social Security Benefits From My Ex-Spouse After Divorce? In some circumstances, the answer is YES! Per the Social Security Administration – If you are divorced, but your marriage lasted 10 years or longer, YOU CAN receive benefits on your ex-spouse’s record (even if they have remarried) if: You are unmarried You are
Read MoreShould I Take A Lie Detector / Polygraph Test
Should I Take A Lie Detector / Polygraph Test if I am asked to do so by the police or law enforcement? If criminal investigators ask you to take a polygraph test, it’s safe to assume that they are trying to gather evidence, usually against you. You are not under a legal obligation to take
Read MoreI Can’t Pay My Taxes Should I File A Tax Return
I Can’t Pay My Taxes Should I File A Tax Return? Don’t panic. If you cannot pay the full amount of taxes you owe, you should still file your return by the deadline and pay as much as you can to avoid penalties and interest. You should contact the IRS to discuss your payment options.
Read MoreSafe at Home Address Confidentiality Program
This confidentiality program is designed to assist victims of domestic violence, stalking, human trafficking, and sexual assault offenses. You can learn more @ https://sos-tn-gov-files.tnsosfiles.com/forms/415626_Safe%20at%20Home%20Program%20Overview.vFINAL_0.pdf?HcekVd3Kn2bGhZ6Iofl.tcNPUnRtkXFn This program is open to all victims of domestic abuse, stalking, human trafficking, rape, sexual battery, or any other sexual offense who satisfy eligibility and application requirments at no cost.
Read MoreAttorney Selected for America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys 2020
Attorney Norman D. McKellar has been selected again for America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys for 2020! He had previously been selected for this award in 2018 and 2019. The award honors the achievements of the of the Top 100 White-Collar and General Criminal Defense Attorneys in each state. You can learn more @ https://www.top100criminaldefenseattorneys.com/ .
Read MoreLegal Separation & Divorce
Learn about legal separation agreements and how they effect divorce. Tennessee Code allows as an alternative to divorce – parties may enter into a legal separation agreement. You can read about some of the pros and cons of legal separation HERE @ The Tennessee Bar Association. Get Help Today There is a lot at stake
Read MoreDO UNWED FATHERS HAVE PARENTAL RIGHTS?
If you are an unmarried father, you will need to establish paternity to prove that you are in fact the father of the child. Without establishing paternity, an unwed father has no legal rights to a child. A Knoxville divorce and family law attorney can help protect the rights of unmarried fathers. Each state has
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