Information the State Needs to Know When You File for Divorce
The divorce process begins with the filing of a document called a complaint. The term “complaint” refers to the initial document filed...


COVID-19 CLOSES TENNESSEE COURTS
On March 13, 2020, the Tennessee Supreme Court issued an order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic suspending in-person court...


How are Divorce Papers Served on Your Spouse?
There are several ways to have divorce papers served on the opposing party. Private Process Servers have taken the place of Sheriff's D
Subpoenas in Family Law Cases
Subpoenas can be powerful tools in obtaining information in a divorce case. A subpoena is legal document issued by the court commanding...

How Quickly can I get Divorced in Tennessee?
Getting divorced in Tennessee can take as little as sixty days, or as long as several years. Several factors go into the length of time it t

What Happens if I Fail to Change My Will After Divorce?
Most people know they need a last will and testament—but few people actually have a will. In fact, most studies have shown that less than...

Where is the Shelby County Courthouse?
You have court tomorrow morning. Suddenly you realize you don’t know where the courthouse is located. So you do what most people would...


Things You Can’t Do After a Divorce is Filed
The law prevents the parties to a divorce case from doing certain things while the divorce is pending. The purpose of the law is to maintai


What Happens When A Parent Cannot Care For Their Child?
Occasionally, it becomes impossible for a parent to care for their child. In such a situation, it may be necessary for the parent to...

WHAT IS THE PARENTING EDUCATION SEMINAR? And do I have to attend?
The Tennessee Legislature passed a law in 1997 requiring both parents in a divorce proceeding to attend a Parent Education Seminar. The...