One of the worst things that a parent can do in the eyes of a Tennessee court is to engage in a pattern of trying to alienate his or her child from the other parent. Beyond being prepared to take strong legal action if the other parent is trying to do this to you, it...
Women in Tennessee may be particularly financially vulnerable in a divorce when compared to men. According to one global study, over half of women said they defer to their husbands when it comes to financial management. This can leave many of them unprepared to manage...
While no one plans on getting a divorce, creating a prenuptial agreement may protect a person's business interests if a marriage fails. A prenuptial agreement might stipulate that a Tennessee company that was formed before a couple got married remains the sole...
Couples who are getting divorced in Tennessee overlook personal finances at their own peril. Any mistakes that they make during a divorce may stay with them for a long time as the divorce agreement locks in things such as asset division and support arrangements. If...
Tennessee is an equitable distribution state. This means that a married couple’s assets are split equitably, or “fairly,” in a divorce. It's worth noting that this doesn't necessarily mean an even 50-50 split. Some people may think that a student loan taken out during...
Tennessee residents facing a divorce might be in for an unpleasant surprise, especially if they do not understand their finances. If one spouse is in the workforce and the other is not, the stay-at-home spouse might not be prepared for unexpected expenses during and...
Business owners in Tennessee may be concerned about keeping their company healthy and stable. These concerns may escalate when they decide to divorce, especially if the business is successful. In many cases, a privately owned business is one of the largest marital...
Parents in Tennessee and throughout the country who work full-time jobs may feel as if they aren't entitled to custody of their children. However, the truth is that they can retain custody or other rights to their kids by agreeing to make changes to their work...
People in Tennessee who are going through a divorce might prefer to try to resolve issues around child custody and property division through negotiation instead of going to court. However, one person may refuse to sit down at the negotiating table, or the former...
Tennessee parents who are worried about the effect of their divorce on their children might wonder what they can do to help them. Children may need reassurance that they are not the reason for the situation and that they can go on loving both of their parents....