Divorce might seem straightforward, but its proceedings could be lengthy, depending on the circumstances. Some divorcing couples choose alternative options to shorten the process and lessen the administrative costs of litigation. Aside from mediation, couples could go...
How long does divorce take in Tennessee?
As in other states, the time it takes to conclude a divorce in Tennessee varies. You may be staring at several months or even longer, depending on the unique circumstances of your case. Some factors that may extend the divorce process are out of your hands, while...
Leaving your marital home may help you make a fresh start after divorce
When you file for divorce, there are many issues you must consider and deal with. One that will eventually come up is if you should keep your family home. While you may not like the idea of leaving your home or having to deal with selling it and finding a new place to...
2 ways to reduce sibling rivalry following a divorce
Parents who are divorcing and who have more than one child will have to pay close attention to how the children are interacting with each other. There’s a chance that they will go through some sort of sibling rivalry. These might be attributed to the divorce. You...
When might a custody order be modified?
Ideally, you and your co-parent will have come to an agreement on child custody during divorce proceedings. If this didn’t happen, then the court will have stepped in and come to a ruling based on the best interests of the child. In any case, custody orders are...
The basics of a collaborative divorce: What you should know
The collaborative divorce process is one that’s highly structured. The goal is for the divorce terms to be set by mutual agreement. These terms have to be based on factual information that’s shared during the process. You’ll have a team of professionals working with...
Tennessee divorce. Who is right for a collaborative approach?
With more divorce options to choose from than ever, some Knoxville couples feel more confused than informed. It is natural to feel unsure about what you perceive as a new method of divorcing. It might make you feel better to know that collaborative divorces have been...
Can grey-rocking improve custody interactions with your toxic ex?
Your divorce is finally in progress, and you may be feeling better about your situation. However, if you share children with your ex, your problems may not yet be over. The divorce process and-or its aftermath is a fragile time for many Knoxville, Tennessee parents....
What if it is already too late to save your marriage?
A report from the California Cognitive Behavior Institute suggests that divorce has often been on the cards long before one partner realizes it. People are sometimes surprised by their spouse’s divorce request, yet the research found the signs will have been there for...
The differences between collaborative and mediated divorce
Couples seeking a divorce in the 21st century have more options than were available in past eras. Alternative dispute resolution has become a popular method of ending a marriage and solving conflicts that can delay divorces. When considering alternative dispute...
