Why Would a Court Rule Against Support for a Disabled Child?

An interesting case (Woodward v. Woodward) was decided last summer by the Court of Appeals of Tennessee. It illustrates some important points about child support agreements and modifications. We’re all familiar with the concept of child support, but what happens when a child has disabilities that will last throughout adulthood and prevent independent living? Joan…

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5 Tips for Managing Debt in a Tennessee Divorce

Deciding how marital debt will be resolved is a sensitive topic in divorce negotiations. You will probably not be surprised to learn that asset division – splitting up the money and the “stuff” accumulated during the marriage – is one of the most conflict-ridden aspects of divorce. It seems like no one ever wants to…

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If I Remarry, What Happens to My Alimony and Child Support?

If you’re divorced and are thinking about remarrying, there are a multitude of practical factors to consider. Among them is the financial implications of remarriage. How will your alimony and/or child support be affected? Whether you are receiving or paying support, ensure you understand the implications first before your next big life change. Alimony and…

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I Think My Ex Ruined My Credit

One of the common complaints we hear, from potential clients and from others, is that Party A ruined the credit score of Party B, and Party B feels he or she deserves some kind of justice as a result. While it is true that two married people can affect one another’s credit scores, the overall…

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Do I Really Need a Divorce Lawyer?

You may have seen or heard advertisements for a Do-It-Yourself divorce: some kit you can buy with all the right paperwork at the local office supply store, or a firm that will process the paperwork for you for one flat fee. If you are financially insecure, or simply want to “get it over with,” you…

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Mid-Life Crisis, or the End of Your Marriage?

The man in his 50s with the sleek, cherry-red sports car. The woman in her late 40s who suddenly starts looking into plastic surgery. The change of wardrobe. The daredevil acts. The affair with the secretary or yoga instructor. No doubt, you have heard all of the stereotypical signs of the “mid-life crisis,” a period…

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The Divorce Rate Seems to Be Declining in the US

It’s a popular joke online that Millennials are “killing” everything: diamonds, department stores, various fast-food restaurants, and so forth. What is less of a joke is the younger generation’s divorce rates. According to new research by University of Maryland, College Park, the children (and grandchildren) of the Baby Boomers may be “killing” divorce, too. Phillip…

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