Most experts agree that children can thrive after their parents' divorce if they have stability in their living situation. In Tennessee, this means the parents share child custody based on a parenting plan that is practical, sustainable and in the child's individual...
High Asset Divorce
How is child custody determined in Tennessee?
A couple will face numerous challenges through the divorce process. Whether they are dividing physical property, digital assets a family business or a private practice, the divorce process is likely to be complicated by several factors. Discussions centering on the...
Hidden assets more common than you think among romantic partners
You thought that you and your spouse shared most everything. Through the years, the two of you have had plenty of discussions about serious topics, abided by unwritten and intuitive agreements and had few secrets. But cracks in your relationship slowly surface. Petty...
Should you consider fighting for alimony?
If you are facing a divorce, one of the things you might have to consider is the issue of alimony. If you are a stay-at-home parent or have a job with less pay than your spouse and need support to make sure you can live with a similar lifestyle following your divorce,...
How do you legally protect your business in a divorce?
Anyone who starts their own business naturally hopes that it will flourish and grow. For many, that hope becomes a reality, and they go on to enjoy the success of their labors. What happens, though, if you own a successful business and you suddenly find yourself...
Can a post-nuptial agreement protect your assets in a divorce?
As your business flourishes, earning more than you ever dreamed possible when you were young and just getting it off of the ground, you have one concern: You did not use a prenuptial agreement when you got married. If you get divorced now, you are worried you are...
How the business of divorce can affect your company
Getting a divorce? When you own a business, a divorce can ultimately affect your company in a lot of different ways. Even if you owned the business prior to your marriage or your spouse was never involved in its operations, they may have some entitlement to your...
Some marital assets are easy to overlook
When dividing marital assets in a divorce, it's common to turn your immediate attention to the family home, bank accounts and retirement accounts. While these assets deserve your attention, you don't want to stop there.There are many other marital assets to focus on,...
These arguments are common before divorce
If you're moving toward divorce, you're probably spending a good amount of time arguing with your spouse. The way you handle these conversations will have a lot to say about what happens next. Here are some arguments that typically come into play before divorce: You...
Tips for managing marital property
After you tie the knot, you have every reason to believe that you and your spouse will remain married for the rest of your life. However, this doesn't mean you shouldn't protect yourself in the event of a divorce.There is more to managing marital property than meets...