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6-Month Sentence for PPP Contempt Affirmed
In Hughes v. Hughes, a Tennessee Court of Appeals opinion published April 19, 2024, the divorced parties had a common …
Will versus Living Trust, what is the difference?
A Last Will and Testament, or simply a Will, is a document memorializing an individual’s final wishes regarding the distribution …
How is alimony calculated in Tennessee?
There is no set formula for an award of alimony in Tennessee. Instead, the judge has wide discretion in deciding …
Highlighting QDRO Pitfalls
Retirement accounts, such as 401(k) savings plans, often need to be divided between divorcing parties. The division can be completed …
What you need to know about uncontested divorces in Tennessee
When a married couple decides to separate, an uncontested divorce can have immeasurable benefits for both spouses. You cannot put …
Grandparent rights in Tennessee
Tennessee law permits grandparents to seek visitation with grandchildren in certain limited circumstances as set forth in T.C.A. § 36-6-306. …
Child support for disabled adult children in Tennessee
Child support obligations in Tennessee are based on statutes, case law, and the Child Support Guidelines regulations, and typically expire …
Qualifications for a Civil Order of Protection
The purpose of a civil Order of Protection is to legally restrain a family member or intimate partner from committing …