Can I stop my divorce after I’ve filed it?
Saturday, September 8th, 2018
By the time you’ve filed for divorce, we know that your marriage is in crisis. But that actually does not mean that your marriage is necessarily over. At Held Law Firm, our job is not only to get you through the process of divorce, but also advise you, in appropriate circumstances, of legal opportunities that […]
Read More »Control the Process: Your Collaborative Divorce
Wednesday, August 1st, 2018
You may have heard about collaborative law in some of our previous blogs, or are looking for alternatives to traditional litigation to resolve family law issues. Below is a brochure prepared by collaborative divorce coach Emily Heird that provides some additional information: ETCA-Brochure Check out our other collaborative law blogs on: Financial neutrals Divorce coaches […]
Read More »Approved Parenting Classes in Knox County
Thursday, July 26th, 2018
Every divorce in TN comes with mandatory parenting classes that have to be completed by both parties. Since many are new to the divorce process, they aren’t sure where to start when they need to schedule classes. Hopefully the following information will help! Below is a list of approved parenting classes for Knox County. Dove […]
Read More »What to Expect When DCS Gets Involved
Thursday, July 26th, 2018
However the Department of Child Services (DCS) gets involved–whether through a dirty trick pulled by your ex, or a call from a third party–the ramifications for you spending time with your child are severe. Here are some things you can expect: 1. You will be interviewed by a DCS worker, probably at your home. In […]
Read More »Can I File for Divorce in Tennessee?
Thursday, July 12th, 2018
In order to file for a divorce in Tennessee, Tennessee Code Annotated Section 36-4-104 requires that you have residency in Tennessee at least six months prior to filing. For purposes of a divorce action, “residency” refers to the domicile of a party. In reviewing questions regarding domicile of a party in order to establish residency […]
Read More »3 Things to Know About Subpoenas
Wednesday, July 11th, 2018
1. What is a subpoena? A subpoena is a document requested by a party or attorney and issued by the Court where litigation is occurring. It commands a third party to provide requested documents to the attorney to be used in litigation. 2. What if I’ve been served with a subpoena? You typically have 21 […]
Read More »Stepparent Rights
Thursday, June 21st, 2018
The role of a stepparent is not legally the same as that of a biological parent, but it is undisputed that stepparents often play an integral role in providing a loving and nurturing environment for their stepchildren. Stepparents develop strong bonds with their step-children, and unfortunately, few people truly see just how important some stepparents […]
Read More »Who gets the tax exemption for minor children in a divorce?
Thursday, June 21st, 2018
For parents going through a divorce, oftentimes the most difficult work comes into play fashioning a parenting plan to provide custodial periods for each parent. You must also make financial arrangements regarding the minor children that either you agree upon or you place the issues in front a judge or magistrate and the decision is […]
Read More »What to Expect at Mediation
Sunday, May 27th, 2018
If you are contemplating divorce or have a pending divorce, you have probably heard the term mediation. In Tennessee, mediation is required in most instances for divorce cases prior to having a hearing by a judge. There are exceptions such as if domestic violence is involved. There are different types of mediation but the most […]
Read More »Introducing the Advocacy Project
Thursday, May 17th, 2018
Unlike other professions, lawyers are not required to intern prior to taking their first client. We believe that fact is scary. Doctors go through years of residency because to perform surgery without that supervised experience would put patients in danger. Similarly, to entrust someone with zero experience to litigate such important issues as who gets […]
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