Long-Term Alimony Affirmed in Not-A-Long-Term Marriage in Jackson, Tennessee Divorce: Patel v. Patel
Can a Tennessee court award long-term alimony in something other than a long-term marriage?
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The First Lesson of Marriage 101: There Are No Soul Mates
Research shows that practically every dimension of life happiness is influenced by the quality of one’s marriage, while divorce is the second most stressful life event one can ever experience. Yet nearly half of all married couples are likely to divorce, and many couples report feeling unhappy in their relationships.
Read MoreAttempt to Change Child’s Last Name Fails in Selmer, Tennessee: Millmeyer v. Whitten
What proof is required to change a child’s last name in Tennessee?
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Regret Does Not Justify Modification of Alimony in Jacksboro, Tennessee: Jones v. Jones
What is a material change for the purpose of modifying alimony in Tennessee?
Read MoreRule 60 Relief Denied in Nashville, Tennessee Child-Support Case: State ex rel. Hockett v. Joy
Under what circumstances does Rule 60 allow for relief from a judgment for which the time to appeal has expired?
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Come Watch Me Shout Law Stuff at You!
Are you tired of me spoon-feeding the latest developments in Tennessee family law to you via the written word?
Do you prefer learning through your earholes?
If so, now’s your chance to cast your eyes upon my bearded visage while listening to the audiobook version of this website.
Read MoreDivorce Rates Are Falling, but Put a Hold on the Celebration
The specter of divorce still haunts young adults and disadvantaged couples, contributing to family instability.
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Cohabitation Results in Modification of Alimony in Chattanooga, Tennessee: Winne v. Winne
Can a Tennessee court modify alimony when the recipient lives with another person?
Read MoreDenial of Grandparent Visitation Reversed in Dandridge, Tennessee: Beltz v. Heffner
What analysis for grandparent visitation applies to the parents of a deceased parent in Tennessee?
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Newly Discovered Evidence Rejected in Chattanooga, Tennessee Divorce: Westbrooks v. Westbrooks
When can newly discovered evidence reopen the proof in a Tennessee divorce?
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