More couples over 50 are divorcing today than ever before. This growing trend carries a name: the "Silver Tsunami." In Tennessee, courts are handling more cases where both spouses have spent decades building shared wealth and deep community roots. A grey divorce looks...
Custody disputes bring out strong emotions in every parent. Those emotions can sometimes lead to decisions that feel protective but look damaging in a courtroom. Tennessee courts monitor how each parent treats the other's time with the child. When a pattern of...
If you have a Hamilton County custody case pending – or you expect to file one soon – it is important to understand that your digital footprint can become a central piece of evidence for the court to consider. What you post publicly can be damning, but even seemingly...
Going through a divorce is an emotional time that can have significant impacts on your future. It’s critical that you make decisions that will put you on the best footing possible as you start your new life. As you venture out into the world and start to enjoy the...
Going through divorce is never easy. It generally represents the end of a romantic relationship with someone you loved dearly. However, some divorces are more difficult than others. Litigated divorces that are fueled with conflict tend to take a lot out of both...
When a divorcing couple opts for mediation, they are choosing a collaborative approach to resolving their differences outside of the courtroom. This comes with numerous benefits, such as lower costs, a more controlled environment and the opportunity to reach mutually...
It is quite common for parents in Tennessee to feel disappointed with the terms of a custody order. No one likes splitting the time that they get to spend with their children and missing out on important events like holidays or birthdays. For some parents, the...
Just like everything in life, technological advancements have pros and cons. One of their greatest advantages is that they allow us to stay connected to the people we love the most. After a divorce, it can be challenging to maintain the special bond you have with your...
While marriage is still considered a lifelong commitment, views on divorce have largely softened over the years. The detriments of remaining in a toxic or unhappy relationship have been well publicized. Views on divorce have also changed. It is largely no longer seen...
Like a lot of states, Tennessee has moved toward recognizing the importance in most cases of parents sharing time with and decision-making responsibilities for their children after divorce. The law also recognizes that one person isn’t entitled to greater parenting...