Posts by Jason Hines
Getting Divorced When One Spouse Doesn’t Want to Split Up
In many divorces, both spouses agree that the marriage is over. The divorce won’t be granted until there is an agreement or a court resolution of the related divorce issues such as property division, alimony, custody, and child support. But what can you do if only one half of the couple is ready to end…
Read MoreCustody and Visitation Info for Stepparents in Tennessee
There is no blueprint that shows the perfect parent. Great parents come in all shapes, colors, sizes, and genders. Many great parents are biologically related to their children. Many great parents are not. In any family law issue, the ultimate and only goal should be the interest of the children. Sometimes a marriage, or a…
Read MoreLaFevor & Slaughter Receives Two Years AIOFLA’S 10 Best Law Firm in Tennessee Client Award
LaFevor & Slaughter has received prominent recognition from the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (AIOFLA) for outstanding performance with their “Two Years 10 Best Family Law Firm for Client Satisfaction” award. The Prestigious “10 Best” Award The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys is an independent third-party law firm rating organization that develops and…
Read MoreMeet Jin Park, the First DACA Recipient Rhodes Scholar in History
As the holidays get into full swing, we’re glad to bring you a blog that’s both timely and uplifting. Harvard University senior Jin Kyu Park recently announced he’s part of the 2019 Rhodes Scholarship winners – a significant achievement. However, what makes Park’s achievement go from significant to historic is that he’s the first DACA…
Read MoreAttention: The Tax Law Will Affect Alimony and Child Support in 2019
At the end of 2017, President Trump signed off on a $1.5 trillion tax overhaul bill. This bill, called the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA), made some significant modifications to existing tax law. However, we want to call two changes in particular to attention – alimony deductions and the Child Tax Credit. The TCJA…
Read MoreEnjoying – or Surviving – the Holidays During Your Divorce
For many families, especially those with children, the holidays are a magical time of year. With the rush of visits to Santa, holiday parties, school vacation, and family get-togethers, life gets hectic and busy. However, when you’re going through a divorce, “normal” life gets disrupted and you may be dreading the traditional hustle and bustle.…
Read MoreWho Gets the Family Pet When Couples Divorce in Tennessee?
For many couples, their dog, cat, bird, fish, or other pet takes on human qualities. Taking possession of the family pet can be just as important as keeping other valuable assets. For children, who are upset about their parents splitting up, keeping their furry friends can help make the post-divorce adjustments a lot easier, too.…
Read MoreWhat is Asylum, and Who Can Claim It?
Every year, according to the American Immigration Council, thousands of people who aren’t US citizens apply for asylum in the United States. Asylum is a form of protection from prosecution. The process to obtain asylum is very complicated, and normally requires the assistance of experienced immigration lawyers. If someone is granted asylum, he or she…
Read MoreModifying Child Support in Tennessee (and Other Questions)
In many divorces, child support is the most contentious topic. From determining who pays child support, to determining the amount, to whether or not it can be modified later down the road – things can get complicated, and it’s a good idea to have an attorney on your side. You can find out the amount…
Read MoreDiversity Visa 2020, aka “Green Card Lottery,” Now Open
Running from noon October 3 to noon November 6, 2018, the Diversity Visa Program 2020 is currently open to applicants. Proponents of the program are urging interested individuals to apply as soon as possible, as it appears this could be the last of the program for some time. President Trump and Congress have talked of…
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