Parents who share custody in Tennessee may find themselves disagreeing over many matters. From the way that they divide their time with their shared children to choices that may influence their lives for years to come, there are many issues that can become sources of...
Having a child is a life-changing event, and for unmarried fathers, it comes with concerns about legal rights and responsibilities. Navigating your new territory can be overwhelming, but resources exist to help you take an active role in your child's life. One...
If you’ve watched a fair number of old movies and TV shows from the mid-20th century, you’ve probably seen portrayals of private investigators (PIs) following people and taking photos as proof for a suspicious spouse that they’re cheating or up to something else...
If you share children with someone you are divorcing, it’s important to do what you can to make future parenting easier. You will forever be co-parents to your children and they are relying on you to raise them. Here are three things that can help you to co-parent...
When your marriage has fallen apart, it’s only natural to want to put some distance between you and your spouse – but fathers need to consider every move they make very carefully. Surprising things can have a great deal of impact on family court decisions, especially...
Moving away from your children isn’t ever easy, but it’s sometimes where life takes you after a divorce. It’s possible to still remain an active parent in your child’s life even if you’re not physically in the same area. It’s critical for you to have a plan to parent...
If you co-parent with your ex, you have to be able to communicate freely about the children, but this might not always be easy. Effective communication puts your child’s needs first so they can have the stability they need to thrive despite the split. While there’s no...
When a couple decides to get divorced, money may be one of the top reasons for the end of the marriage. Many divorces come from financial stress, and this is one of the reasons that couples are more likely to get divorced after job loss. But it is not just a lack of...
Child support is a financial obligation that ensures both parents contribute to the financial well-being of their child post-divorce or separation. In Tennessee, it is possible to request modifications to an existing child support order, provided there are sufficient...
During the divorce process, the question that lingers in every parent’s mind is how their children will cope with the divorce. When an ex-spouse is toxic, this concern becomes even more pressing. Co-parenting with a toxic ex-spouse can be incredibly difficult and...