Alcoa, Tennessee, Family Law & Estate Planning Law Blog
Does one need to modify a will after a divorce?
During a marriage, a couple purchases and acquires many assets together. They may purchase homes and other property, grow 401(k)s and other retirement accounts, have investment accounts, grow bank accounts, purchase vehicles, household goods and many other things. To...
read moreNon-custodial parents can still have visitation with their child
There are many difficult decisions that people need to make during a divorce in Tennessee. However, many times the most difficult decisions are child custody decisions. Generally both parents want to maintain their relationships with their children, but they know it...
read moreHow to properly divide retirement assets in a divorce
There are many aspects to a divorce in Tennessee. People need to go through the complicated process of splitting one life into two separate lives. This includes determining who will be caring for the children. Responsibilities and property that were shared will now...
read moreMediation and arbitration help you create an agreeable settlement
There is no question that high-asset divorces can become more complicated than those with fewer assets. With many assets on the line, each person may fight to get as much as possible out of the marriage. If there is no prenuptial agreement, that makes it even harder...
read moreHow forensic accountants assist in high asset divorces
People lead different lives in Tennessee and each one is unique despite what people see on the outside. Just as each marriage is unique, each divorce is unique as well. Each divorce may deal with similar issues, but how those issues are decided vary depending on the...
read moreWho will receive one’s property if they do not have a will?
While death is a guarantee for everyone in Tennessee, most do not really think about it until it becomes imminent. There are way too many things to think about in one's daily life to worry about what is going to happen when one dies. However, people also cannot take...
read moreUnderstanding child custody
Child custody laws differ from state-to-state, so it is important to be familiar with child custody laws in the state where the parents and child reside and to understand what the child custody laws are. In general, child custody considerations are always based on...
read moreYes, it is important to change your will after divorce
It’s important to update your will after you go through a divorce for a number of reasons. First, you may no longer want your ex-spouse to have access to your assets if you pass away. Second, you might want to guarantee your biological children receive your assets...
read moreWhy the courts focus on the best interests of the child
During the process of a divorce, if there are children involved from the marriage, it is important to consider their feelings and to understand how they will cope with this new change in life. Although children are often smarter and more in tune with what is going on...
read moreHow can I protect my finances during a divorce?
If you are in the process of a divorce, important decisions must be made regarding a handful of issues including child custody, child support, spousal support and property division. These decisions should not be taken lightly; what you say and do today could have...
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