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In Tennessee, child custody issues can be resolved by negotiation, mediation or through the courts. At the Middle Tennessee Family Law, our lawyers strongly believe that two parents can reach a better decision than a stranger in a black robe. For this reason, our goal is to help you reach a negotiated agreement about how you will parent your children after divorce. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case.

Tennessee has done away with the “tender years doctrine” that tended to give mothers the upper hand. Today, moms and dads are on more equal footing in family court.

When determining child custody in a divorce involving minor children, issues often arise when the child’s parents live in different states. Essentially, the family court in the child’s home state will have jurisdiction over child custody matters.

There are a number of factors affecting child custody in Tennessee. In all cases, a judge will consider the best interests of the child above all else.

When parents separate or divorce, the courts will usually create an arrangement for the custody of their children and the payment of child support. If a parent’s financial situation changes or other significant life circumstances occur, they may consider filing for a modification to the child support arrangement.

It is important for fathers in Tennessee to understand their rights pertaining to child custody/visitation cases before showing up to a hearing on these matters. Fathers who are adequately prepared with relevant documents outlining their involvement with their children prior to filing for court action may find themselves better equipped when presenting their case before a judge.

Same-sex spouses—just like opposite-sex spouses—face domestic disputes or other issues that may lead them to consider divorce. Do divorcing same-sex couples have the same rights as divorcing opposite-sex couples?

There are few things in life more painful than going through a difficult divorce. Just like no two people are exactly alike, no two divorces are quite the same, and they can happen for a number of reasons. Some of these are mutually agreed upon by both partners, but in other cases, divorce can happen due to the actions of just one spouse.

Matters of domestic relationships – such as divorce – are often sensitive and require thoughtful consideration when dealing with them. The first 72 hours after being served with or serving divorce papers can be highly emotional and confusing to sort through.

Divorce is a tremendous life changer. While not everyone embraces change, those who have the facts when experiencing a divorce are much more likely to see the light at the end of the tunnel.