In our previous blog post, we discussed how child custody orders can impact a custodial parent's ability to move out of state. That is an area that is very confusing for many people because we live in a country that is said to be free, but for some people the...
Protection and Understanding Legal Guidance
Year: 2016
Out-of-state moves can have impacts on child custody cases
The changes that adults make after a divorce can often involve moving. For people who live in Shelby County, even a short move can lead them over state lines. Moving to West Memphis or Jonesboro would land you in Arkansas. Moving to Olive Branch would land you in...
Don’t delay working on your divorce case
In our previous blog post, we discussed how unemployment can signal that a divorce is going to occur. If you recall, this was the case when it was the husband who was unemployed. We know that finding out that your marriage is ending is difficult in any circumstance....
Unemployment can sometimes lead to divorce
There are many things that can lead to divorce, and each divorce has its own reasons. Even before a divorce is filed, there are some factors that can signal that a divorce is more likely than average if those factors are present in the marriage. One of these is...
Same-sex divorce and custody case draws in legislator involvement
Same-sex marriages continue to be an area of contention for legal purposes. Some states, including Tennessee, have yet to finalize the laws that pertain to same-sex marriages, divorces and child custody matters. Recently, it came to light that 53 state legislators,...
How are special needs children affected by divorce?
Every child custody case is difficult for the parents and the child. When the child has special needs, there is an extra layer of difficulty that is added to the already trying situation. One area that can be challenging when a child has special needs is the education...
Planning before divorce might offer protection
If you are contemplating filing for a divorce, you likely have time to think about ways that you can protect your interests if you do decide to file the paperwork to end your marriage. This is an important consideration because it gives you time to prepare in a more...
Amending your child support agreement for a gifted child
The recent Rio Summer Olympics no doubt gave many children in Tennessee and around the world the desire to become the next Simone Biles, Michael Phelps or Usain Bolt. Most parents want to encourage children whom they believe have the potential to excel at sports, even...
Child custody helps to give your child stability
Child custody matters are often the most difficult aspect of getting a divorce. You know that your child's other parent also needs to have contact with the child, but you don't enjoy the thought of being away from your child on a regular basis. That can make it tough...
Why prenuptial agreements are important in remarriage
According to a 2013 study, in 40 percent of new marriages, at least one of the spouses has been previously married. Financial analysts say that for these couples, prenuptial agreements are particularly important. While many people are concerned that bringing up the...