Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Inappropriate Communications to Avoid in a Tennessee Custody Battle: Part 1
Understanding the Impact During a custody battle, every statement you make could come under the scrutiny of a court of law and potentially be used against you. It is crucial to understand what kind of statements might undermine your child custody or visitation case. Otherwise, at the end of your custody or visitation case,… Read More »
Planning for Financial Ripples from Tennessee Divorce
Divorce is, inevitably, a very challenging and emotional process. Like any major life change or decision, the effects of divorce can ripple out into the future in countless ways. If you are going through a divorce in Tennessee, anticipating these financial ramifications and strategically planning how to handle the changes to come is crucial… Read More »
The Surprising Costs of NOT Having an Estate Plan
Most families have immediate concerns that they are juggling and navigating through every day. Particularly in tough economic times, it can be hard to invest in processes – such as building an estate plan – that you may not fully understand. However, the importance of an estate plan cannot be overstated! It is not… Read More »
What is “Mens Rea” in a Tennessee Criminal Case?
When a criminal charge is levied against us, or someone we love, it can feel completely overwhelming. Many people do not know what to do first or where to turn when they are faced with maneuvering through the court systems. It is completely normal to have dozens of undefined questions floating around in your… Read More »
Partition Actions: Dividing Property in Tennessee
Tennessee law provides that if co-owners cannot agree on how to sell, manage, or use a co-owned property, and no alternative resolution can be reached, then a partition action might be filed with the court. But what is a partition action? What types of partitions are there, and what is a viable alternative? What… Read More »
Planning for Child Support Issues in a High-Asset Divorce
Child support issues may very well occur in an ordinary divorce case. But as cantankerous as the issue might be for the average joe, these issues are typically even more complicated to settle in cases of high-Asset divorces. But wait – some readers might say – I came into the marriage with a prenuptial… Read More »
Financial Disclosure in Tennessee Divorce
Shakespeare penned Juliet’s famous line “parting is such sweet sorrow.” Divorce could often be described in a similar fashion. Couples approaching a divorce, or finding themselves thrust into the thick of it, likely have conflicted emotions on the paths opening up ahead: as well as the doors closing behind them. But one thing that… Read More »
Crucial Things Often Forgotten when Planning a High-Asset Divorce: Part 2
As we discussed in part one of this two-part series on things often overlooked or forgotten when planning for a high-asset divorce: you can anticipate several key things in divorce. Other factors might sneak in and be a pitfall in your path forward. The dedicated attorneys at Fort, Holloway & Rogers are here at… Read More »
Crucial things Often Forgotten when Planning a High-Asset Divorce: Part 1
Some aspects of divorce are obvious and well known. Others…not so much. It is impossible to know what you don’t know, but that is why it is so imperative to engage with experienced high asset divorce attorneys early on in your high asset divorce process. Every divorce, regardless of the assets or net worth… Read More »
Relocation and Child Custody
After a public affair and falling out, Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied have, reportedly, ended their nearly 12 year marriage and finalized their divorce. The pair had been living in France with their two children. The relationship has always been somewhat in the public eye, as Ms. Portman and her ex-husband met in the… Read More »
