Marriage is a legal contract. Because of this, you will need to tell the court why you wish to end the agreement. In some states, there are only a couple of grounds or reasons for asking for a divorce. But in Tennessee, FindLaw explains there are multiple grounds you...
When parents go through divorce, they always wish to do what they can to make it easier on their children. Unfortunately, there is no way to fully blunt the blow of divorce. However, it is possible to make it more bearable. Ways to do so include selecting specific...
Next to the marital home, the retirement accounts you and your spouse own are likely your most valuable assets. Now that you are facing the property division phase of your divorce, how will the court split those retirement accounts? Two kinds There are two kinds of...
Divorce with your kids in the mix is a complicated subject and remains one long after the divorce process finishes. While there are a few common strategies, sharing custody of your children with your spouse is unique to your situation. While many spouses establish...
When going through a divorce, it is important to prepare for the asset division. This often serves as one of the lengthiest parts of the process, giving all participants a major headache. Many people will try to take the confusion of this step as a way to get away...
When looking into potential options to help you through a divorce, you might come across bird nesting. This relatively up-and-coming option has a lot to offer, and it appeals to many families that still have a desire to co-parent. But will bird nesting work for you?...
Divorce can affect your finances, your family life, and your emotions. That is why it is crucial to find health coping mechanisms during divorce. Keeping your emotions in check can help you make decisions that are in your best interest, while also reducing stress....
When you divorce in Tennessee, the law requires you and your about-to-be former spouse to divide your marital property fairly and equitably between the two of you. However, as FindLaw points out, this does not mean that you necessarily need to divide this property in...
The termination of parental rights is not something a court does without serious consideration. The general stance of the state is that children deserve to have both parents in their lives. However, there are times when not having one parent involved is what is best...
Within the family court system, people may talk about divorce season or the period of the year when the number of divorces seems to peak. There is a prevailing thought that this occurs after the new year in January. According to The New York Times, divorce does follow...