Category Archives: Divorce
You Want a Divorce Attorney: Here’s 4 Reasons Why
Divorce can lead to a lot of uncertainty. One way people might try to regain a sense of control, or think they can save money, is by not engaging with an attorney in the course of their divorce case. While we understand these thoughts, a professional attorney simply knows things that the average person… Read More »
Tennessee Divorce and Taxes: Can Both Parents Claim the Kids as Dependents?
It is hard to anticipate every twist and turn or issue that can arise while settling a divorce agreement, particularly when minor children are involved. One of the thorny issues that often goes overlooked until you are facing it is the question of who gets to claim the minor children as a dependent on… Read More »
How to Change a Parenting Plan in Tennessee
Often, after parents have completed a divorce or have otherwise obtained an official Permanent Parenting Plan, one or both parents will want (or need) to change some aspect of the child’s schedule, or alter another piece of the permanent parting plan. But can one do that? If so, how? This article will help parents… Read More »
What Does a Family Lawyer Do in Tennessee?
A Tennessee family lawyer practices family law – but what does that actually mean? Family law encapsulates many different things and plays a role in many different scenarios. A family lawyer is often called upon to advise a member of a family who is navigating through some domestic-related issue. This could mean anything –… 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 »
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 »
Mediation in Tennessee Divorce
Ariana Grande is “Boq” again and whipping up controversy. As many readers will know, Ms. Grande will be filling the shoes of Galinda the good witch in the upcoming film adaptation of “Wicked,” the book and fan-favorite Broadway musical. What has made a bigger splash in news headlines ahead of the release is that… Read More »
Think These Questions Through Before a High-Asset Divorce
High-asset divorce, high net worth divorce, complex financial divorce – these are all different names for the same thing. And while divorce is devastating for a great many personal and emotional reasons, it can also wreak havoc on your financial wellbeing. If you have worked for years, maybe even decades, to build an empire… Read More »
Divorce in the Social Media Age
It is no secret that social media has changed many things in our society. Even twenty years ago, few would suspect how drastically different a person’s ability to reach others would be today, or how easily (even accidentally) a person’s life might be chronicled on social media. One key place that many do not… Read More »
