If you're planning to receive child support following a divorce, you're probably curious to know what the national statistics on child support reveal. These statistics may inspire you be as proactive as you can in your child custody proceedings to ensure that you...
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Month: March 2017
The role of mediation in Tennessee divorces
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that is gaining popularity as a way to facilitate the resolution of many types of court cases, including divorce. Like any other method, mediation has its pros and cons that can vary depending on the parties...
Recent court ruling may result in easier relocations for parents
A recent opinion by the Tennessee Supreme Court could make it easier for parents who are divorced to leave the state with their children -- even in situations where the other parent doesn't agree. The decision, which was unanimous, would apply to situations in which...
3 reasons everyone can benefit from a prenuptial agreement
More and more people today realize the benefits of drawing up a prenuptial agreement. Once considered the province of the extremely wealthy, the prenup is gaining mainstream popularity. Whatever your walk of life, coming up with a well-planned agreement can save you a...
When are American men most likely to claim paternity?
A recent study published by the University of Oklahoma looked at the instances when American fathers are most likely to claim paternity of a child born outside of wedlock. According to the study, men are more likely to voluntarily step forward if the woman is 1)...
3 tips for marriage that every divorce lawyer knows
Divorce attorneys are familiar with the difficulties faced by couples who can't stay together. Interestingly, this gives the average divorce lawyer a unique perspective on what might work to help couples stay together. This article will discuss a few pieces of advice...
4 topics to discuss with your lawyer
You've decided to get a divorce, and now you're talking to your divorce lawyer for the first time at a meeting in his or her Clarksville offices. The thing is, you have no idea what you're supposed to talk about. All you know is that you want to get out of your...