What Is a Guardian Ad Litem?
There are many different types of guardians. In some cases, the guardian is a close family relative. A guardian ad litem, however, is a little different. A court, when necessary, appoints a guardian ad litem (GAL) for a child when divorce or parental rights are at stake. The guardian should be a neutral third-party, which…
Read MoreNaturalization through U.S. Military Service
If you’re an immigrant who’s served in the U.S. armed forces, your service may make you eligible for expedited naturalization via your military service. We’re proud to give you information and guidance on the process for you and your family. In 2002, President George W. Bush signed an executive order speeding up naturalization through military…
Read MoreTennessee Legislators Consider Bill to Support Children with Disabilities
In mid-March, Tennessee lawmakers filed a bill amendment aimed to provide more assistance to children with long-term disability and complex medical needs who live with their families, and aren’t currently on TennCare. This could help thousands of children and families financially by creating an easier path to the services offered by Medicaid. Currently, there is…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Children for Divorce
Parents who divorce too often focus on their own anger, anxiety, and frustration. Too often, they forget that while they can move on with their lives after a divorce, the lives of their kids can be turned completely upside down. Children of divorce can lose a sense of stability. They often feel pressured to choose…
Read MoreHow Does Family Immigration Work In the US?
US citizens have the right to file a petition for a visa on behalf of their immediate relatives. The sponsor, the person who files the petition, must be a US citizen. There are two categories of family immigration visas, according to the US Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs. The first type of…
Read MoreGetting 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…
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