Divorce
The Effects of the Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act
Servicemen and women, especially those on act duty, face a number of different legal challenges than civilians. In 1940, the Soldier and Sailors Civil Relief Act (SSCRA) was enacted to help protect military personnel who were unable to attend to litigation matters because they were fighting in war or stationed around the world. That act…
Read MoreTennessee Bar Association Seeks Legislation to Protect Victims Filing for Divorce
We have seen a lot of attention given to the issue of domestic violence this year. The Tennessee Bar Association is doing what it can to help victims of domestic violence who are seeking a divorce by “pursuing legislation that would require respondents be served notice of the filing of a petition for divorce or…
Read MoreWho Keeps the 401(k) When a Couple Divorces?
When a couple divorces in Tennessee, the assets and debts of a marriage are split equitably. This means that your property is not necessarily divided 50/50, but in a way that the courts deem fair to both parties. For some couples, this affects their retirement accounts, including pensions and 401(k) plans. Generally speaking, a retirement…
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