Divorce can turn your life upside down. First, you have to deal with the emotional side of ending a marriage. Along with that, there is the financial side as well. This can sneak up and hit you even harder if you’re not careful. For Tennessee residents, there are a few common pitfalls after divorce. Here…
Divorce can upend your life. When it comes to dividing your finances, you have a long list of decisions to make. Retirement accounts are some of a couple’s biggest assets. Figuring out how to split them can seem complicated and stressful. What do you need to know about dividing retirement accounts in a divorce? If…
Whether facing a divorce, trying to reach a child custody agreement, or working through the division of marital property, emotions often run high in family law cases. Many people want to find solutions that are less adversarial and stressful. Mediation is one type of option. This has become an effective way for families across Tennessee…
A parenting plan is required when parents go through a divorce or separation in Tennessee. This detailed agreement outlines how both parents will share time and responsibilities for raising their children. But as every parent knows, life does not always stay the same. Work schedules shift, kids grow, people move, and sometimes what worked before…
Uncontested / Agreed Divorce An agreed divorce also known as an uncontested divorce can be done when both spouses agree to divorce. Basically – you both agree on the settlement terms of your divorce without a trial or court intervention. However, you must agree on ALL terms of the divorce. An uncontested divorce is not…
A default is a type of Motion that is scheduled with the Court. A default can only occur after a spouse has been served with divorce papers, and after at least 30 days have lapsed, they have not filed a formal Answer with the Clerk. A motion for default has to be filed and the…
The cost of a divorce in Tennessee can vary widely depending on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, the complexity of the case, and attorney fees. Here’s a general breakdown: Overall, the total cost of a divorce in Tennessee can range from a few hundred dollars for a simple, uncontested divorce…
