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As a long-term unmarried couple in Tennessee, you could face unique challenges when your relationship ends. While the state does not recognize common law marriage, many couples have built lives together without formal marriage, which leads to complications when they...
Divorce is a challenging time. It can be filled with emotional turmoil and complex decisions. Mediation, a process where a neutral third party helps facilitate a settlement, can be an effective tool for couples seeking a peaceful resolution. However, it's essential to...
More and more divorcing couples in Tennessee are resorting to either mediation or collaborative divorce to eliminate much of the anger and stress that often accompanies the divorce process. Even with this trend, the stress of certain issues, such as the value of the...
Collaborative law and family law mediation are ways for divorcing couples to resolve any disagreements about their split without going to court. However, the two process are different in some important respects: In a collaborative divorce, the divorcing couple and...
Going to court for a divorce can be challenging, taking a significant emotional and financial toll on the entire family. Sometimes, the parents can seek other ways to settle issues to avoid excessive costs and high-stress proceedings, such as mediation. This option...
Many people who choose mediation for resolving conflict and reaching agreements with the person they are divorcing wonder if they may bring attorneys into mediation. Mediation is a non-adversarial alternative to litigation, where a neutral third-party mediator helps...
If you and your spouse have come to the decision that your marriage can no longer continue, it is important to understand the legal avenues available to you in the state of Tennessee. Gaining knowledge about the process can empower you to make informed decisions...
As people start to live longer and healthier lives, the desire to spend their golden years in happiness becomes a top priority. This realization is leading many retirees to reconsider their marital situation. However, older adults must be aware of the challenges of a...
In Tennessee, people need to give a reason as to why they are getting divorced. Some of the grounds for divorce include adultery, cruel treatment and abandonment. However, for some, the easiest solution is to simply say they have irreconcilable differences. Even if...
Every marriage has its rough patches. But when you’re in the midst of one of those stretches, it can be hard to see the end. In those circumstances, you might find yourself asking if this is really something that’s temporary, or if your marriage is failing. If it’s...