Tennessee courts consider several factors when determining custody. These factors are based on what is in the best interest of the child. There are two types of custody: joint custody and physical custody. Joint custody refers to a guardian's legal right to make...
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Resolving child custody and support issues during divorce
As a parent, you cherish all the time you spend with your children. You likely have a weekly routine of school, sports, extracurriculars and homework where you do not always have meaningful interactions. However, you also have quality time with your children, which...
Can you modify child custody in Tennessee?
You might feel bound to your existing child custody order, but as life changes, you might find that it’s no longer tenable. When that happens, you might wonder what you can do to correct the situation and protect your child’s best interests. Fortunately, Tennessee law...
An overview of the adoption process
If you would like to add to your family through adoption, there are several steps in the process to be aware of. Adoption process overview Usually, potential adoptive families start by researching an adoption agency they would like to work with and may attend an...
How does relocation impact child custody and parenting time?
For Tennessee couples who share a child and have ended their relationship, they still need to work together as much as possible to ensure the child is cared for. That includes spending time with both parents. However, there are times when a parent decides to relocate...
How do Tennessee family law judges determine child custody?
Even when divorce is necessary, divorce means change. But, one of the scariest changes for parents is how much time they can spend with their children. This makes many divorcing parents wonder: How do Tennessee family law judges determine child custody? Child custody...
How is child support calculated under Tennessee law?
When you have kids, child custody and child support can become two highly contentious issues. The outcome of these matters can have a tremendous impact on your relationship with your child and your financial stability. But if you want to protect your interests as well...
Can my ex take our child international?
A scan of any dating website or app will show that the one trait that we all seem to share is a love of travel. However, that does not mean that a divorced Memphis, Tennessee, parent can take their children internationally on a whim. Limited area of travel Indeed,...
Maternal gatekeeping and child custody
Post-divorce, childless ex-couples have the options to completely part ways and never see each other again. However, post-divorce, parents do not have this option. They will likely spend the rest of their lives interacting with each other in one way or another. And,...
Is your child being exposed to parental substance abuse?
If you’re reading this blog post, you’re probably worried about your child being exposed to parental substance abuse when spending time with your ex. This is a legitimate concern. A child who is exposed to an environment where drug or alcohol abuse is present can be...