I’m young and healthy – why do I need an Advance Directive?
Despite the planning individuals typically invest in events like attending college, getting married and welcoming a child into the world, the unexpected often doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Age...
View ArticleHow can we split invisible resources?
Property division is typically one of the most contentious parts of divorce. Couples often find it difficult to decide how to distribute assets such as real estate and savings. Discussions may become...
View ArticleWhat if no one’s specifically to blame for our divorce?
It’s perfectly normal to have conflict in interpersonal relationships. Friends fight, siblings argue and married couples don’t always see eye-to-eye on daily decisions. If you file for divorce, you...
View ArticleSocial media use during divorce
Few people live their lives completely free from social media. No matter whether you like to exchange recipes, share photos of your children or receive support from others, what you post could have...
View ArticleRemarried? Time to update your estate plan for your blended family
Most people tend to hire an attorney, craft a solid estate plan, and then forget about it. But important life events tend to change your situation, and it’s a good idea to update your estate plan...
View ArticleThree financial considerations when ending a marriage
Bringing a marriage to a close is complicated. Even if you and your spouse don’t have billions of dollars at stake, you need to protect your interests. Property division tends to be more complicated...
View ArticleDesignation, responsibility and mitigation
Choosing someone to handle your estate once you’re incapacitated or gone is a difficult task, to be sure. You’ll want someone capable of stepping in to make decisions on your behalf, according to your...
View ArticleHow are ‘gray divorces’ different from others?
While the overall divorce rate in the United States has seen some decline over the last 30 years, divorces for couples over 50 years old – so-called “gray divorces” – have steadily risen since 1990. By...
View ArticlePay child support or…?
Many parents experience financial hardship. However, children shouldn’t suffer as a result. It’s a federal offense not to pay court-ordered child support in the United States. Yet, less than half of...
View ArticleIs your marriage at risk because of emotional abuse?
Being mistreated within the confines of a marital relationship often leads to a divorce. No matter the specific type of inappropriate behavior involved, abuse can destroy an individual’s confidence and...
View ArticleWhy would I update my will?
An estate plan is an essential tool for adults to have in place. Getting your personal wishes and asset designations in writing can save your loved ones from guilt and disagreements after an unexpected...
View ArticleAm I likely to lose my business in a divorce?
In Tennessee, most assets you acquire after your wedding are marital property. This is true for businesses as well. Additionally, a business that you owned before your divorce can be found to have a...
View ArticleDivorce conflict and estrangement later in life
Child custody is often one of the biggest battles at the end of a marriage. Egos get in the way, and contention clouds judgment, and sometimes children get caught in the middle. It’s challenging to put...
View ArticleDocumentation for divorce
Before you begin to negotiate the terms of your divorce, you must have a clear picture of what’s involved. Gathering paperwork before you meet with your attorney is a proactive approach to helping the...
View ArticleRemarried? Time to update your estate plan for your blended family
Most people tend to hire an attorney, craft a solid estate plan, and then forget about it. But important life events tend to change your situation, and it’s a good idea to update your estate plan...
View ArticleThree financial considerations when ending a marriage
Bringing a marriage to a close is complicated. Even if you and your spouse don’t have billions of dollars at stake, you need to protect your interests. Property division tends to be more complicated...
View ArticleDesignation, responsibility and mitigation
Choosing someone to handle your estate once you’re incapacitated or gone is a difficult task, to be sure. You’ll want someone capable of stepping in to make decisions on your behalf, according to your...
View ArticleHow are ‘gray divorces’ different from others?
While the overall divorce rate in the United States has seen some decline over the last 30 years, divorces for couples over 50 years old – so-called “gray divorces” – have steadily risen since 1990. By...
View ArticlePay child support or…?
Many parents experience financial hardship. However, children shouldn’t suffer as a result. It’s a federal offense not to pay court-ordered child support in the United States. Yet, less than half of...
View ArticleIs your marriage at risk because of emotional abuse?
Being mistreated within the confines of a marital relationship often leads to a divorce. No matter the specific type of inappropriate behavior involved, abuse can destroy an individual’s confidence and...
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