Co-Parenting Guidelines in Divorce and Child Custody Cases
Do not speak negatively about the other parent, or about the other parent’s family. You have to remember that your children are half their mother and half their father. They will hear from people throughout their lives how much they resemble one or both of their parents. If they get a negative message about one
Is the Department of Children’s Services stating you have been substantiated as a person who committed child abuse or child neglect?
The First Step in an Appeal The Formal File Review is the first step of the appeal process when an individual disagrees with being identified as a perpetrator of child abuse or neglect. An internal review of the case file and evidence obtained during the investigation is being conducted. How do I Request a Formal
Attorney Deno Cole interviewed on The Power of the Supreme Court
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Tennessee Child Support Employment & Parenting Program
This program works with non-custodial parents that have a court order to pay child support to help them overcome barriers to employment & life. YOU CAN LEARN MORE HERE!
Who Gets the Pet(s) in A Divorce in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, pets are considered personal property, just like furniture or a car, and are subject to division in a divorce settlement. Therefore, the division of pets during a divorce is governed by property division laws. Generally speaking – you would keep any property that you had before the marriage including a pet(s). If the
Governor Lee Signs Forever Homes Act
Governor Bill Lee has signed the “Forever Homes Act” into law in Tennessee. The new law aims to streamline the adoption process and improve support for families who adopt children from the foster care system. You can learn more @ NBC 10 News Some of the key provisions of the law include: Creating a centralized
Rescission of Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity
Father’s in Tennessee have 60 days to rescind after signing a Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity. Rescission of voluntary acknowledgment of paternity is a legal process that allows a man to withdraw his acknowledgment of paternity of a child. In other words, it is a process that allows a man to deny that he is the
CONTESTED DIVORCE IN TENNESSEE
In a contested divorce, the spouses cannot agree on the terms of their divorce. Contested divorces are characterized by disagreement, whether it is over the family house or retirement funds. Fortunately, this is a normal situation to be in – couples often-times don’t agree on what they think is fair when splitting up-and, just because
Benefits of Hiring an Adoption Lawyer
A variety of steps must be completed before you can become a legal parent. The decision to adopt a child is one of the most important ones you will ever make. With a reputable adoption lawyer on your side, the process of adoption will be less daunting. There are a number of concerns you might
How Much Does A Divorce Cost In Tennessee?
In our initial consultations with clients, one of the first questions asked is how much the divorce will cost? Divorce costs are understandable concerns. Although it is important to seek value in legal representation, cheaper is not always better. Low-fee divorce attorneys often maintain heavy caseloads to compensate – providing minimal attention to each case.