Irreconcilable Differences as Grounds for Divorce
Thursday, March 26th, 2020
“Irreconcilable differences” is a ground for divorce in Tennessee that many couples try to cite as the basis of their divorce. The phrase brings to mind a marriage broken beyond repair, but the legal requirements for a divorce on the grounds of irreconcilable differences are a bit more complicated. It is easiest to think of […]
Read More »Is Your Divorce Really Uncontested?
Monday, March 23rd, 2020
Several times a day, we get calls asking us to help a new client get a divorce that the client believes is “uncontested.” Most folks think “uncontested” means that their spouse wants a divorce too. Unfortunately, even if you both want to split, there are still issues that need to be worked out. A divorce […]
Read More »How Are Debts Allocated in a Divorce?
Wednesday, March 11th, 2020
While it is important to consider how the division of assets impacts a divorce, debts are also a major consideration. Debts that are incurred during the marriage must be equitably divided between the parties. The court will look at the source of the debt and the ability of the parties to pay. After examining these […]
Read More »Gray Divorce: Splitting Up After 50
Tuesday, February 25th, 2020
A new term has entered our lexicon — a “gray divorce.” As the rates of divorcing couples over 50 rises, this term is used more and more to describe older couples who decide to part ways after a long-term marriage. The causes of a gray divorce vary, as with any type of divorce. However, some common […]
Read More »Can I Get My Ex to Pay for My Divorce?
Wednesday, January 8th, 2020
The cost of divorce is important to consider before beginning the process. While there are ways to lower that cost, many people wonder, “Can I get my ex to pay for it?” The short answer is: yes, though it depends on your situation. FIVE INSTANCES IN WHICH YOUR EX-SPOUSE MAY HAVE TO PAY UP 1. […]
Read More »Health insurance during and after divorce
Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
During the course of a marriage, one spouse often carries the health insurance for the entire family. After a marriage ends, one factor that affects child support has to do with which parent provides health insurance for the minor children. Health insurance impacts other areas when going through a divorce, too. After a divorce, a […]
Read More »Can’t afford a traditional divorce?
Monday, July 1st, 2019
What do you do if you can’t afford the divorce you know you need? Julia Roberts said it best when playing the role of exasperated housewife who learns her husband is cheating on her: “I don’t have time for the nervous breakdown that I deserve!” Many identify with this marriage low point, portrayed in the […]
Read More »Divorce Advice: Do’s and Don’ts
Tuesday, May 21st, 2019
“The devil is in the details,” goes the old saying. What you do early in the divorce process can have a significant impact on what happens at the end. So, here’s some divorce advice – “do’s and don’ts” that you don’t have to wait on your lawyer to complete: DO take a parenting class that […]
Read More »How to talk to kids about divorce
Friday, May 17th, 2019
For many parents, having to talk to kids about divorce is one of the most difficult conversations they will ever have. This is understandable; divorce is an intense and often upsetting experience for the entire family. Luckily, there are several tips to keep in mind that will make that conversation easier and more productive for […]
Read More »Parental Alienation: What counts (and what doesn’t)
Tuesday, May 14th, 2019
In recent years, many parents are claiming that the other parent is “alienating” their children’s affections during a divorce. Sometimes, a parents claims alienation to avoid taking responsibility for a toxic relationship with the children. Other times, it becomes a problem when a parent attempts to get their children to “side” with them. The truth is, proving […]
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