Child Custody
Can Grandparents Get Visitation in Knoxville?
When a marriage ends, it impacts not just the couple but also the children and grandparents. In many situations, visitation for grandparents can be a very good thing, supporting the health and wellbeing of the child. However, there are limitations on when this can be imposed and whether or not it will be by the…
Read MoreWhat It Really Means to Seek “Sole” Custody of the Children
Going through a divorce can be extremely tough, especially if you have children. You may be used to seeing your child every morning, putting them to bed every night, and even having certain routines after you pick them up from school each day. However, now that you are getting a divorce, there are many questions…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of Hiring a Forensic Psychologist for Your Child Custody Case
Child custody cases are complex legal matters that revolve around the well-being and best interests of the child when parents or guardians separate. These cases require careful examination of factors such as custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and child support to ensure a fair and favorable outcome for all parties involved. While some cases may benefit…
Read MoreWhat Are My Options When My Ex Won’t Follow the Parenting Plan?
Child custody battles can become contentious, particularly when one of the parties is unwilling to compromise. Things generally get even more complicated when parent refuses to comply with the court-approved Tennessee parenting plan. What options does the other parent have? Divorcing parents in Tennessee must attend a four-hour parenting class and file a parenting plan…
Read MoreI Lost My Job. Can I Still Get Custody of the Kids?
As a parent, losing your job can send you into a whirlwind of emotion. Understandably, your first thought will be reserved for your children. You may be stressed about how you will financially provide for them. If you are in the process of a custody battle, your stress could be even greater. You may be…
Read MoreI Think My Ex Is Hurting My Kids. What Can I Do?
If you’re separated, you may have shared custody of your children or visitation rights. It’s difficult to share your children in the first place, but immeasurably so when you believe that your ex is treating your children poorly, perhaps even abusing them. This can be terrifying, and you may feel alone, but you have several…
Read MoreLosing Custody of a Child: What to Know about the Risks
Facing a courtroom battle over who gets your children is a nerve-wracking experience on its own but when that possibility actually comes to fruition, it’s very common to go through a something akin to a mourning period. Judges don’t look forward to removing children from care under one parent’s roof and placing them elsewhere, especially…
Read MoreEssential Workers Could Lose Custody of Children During Pandemic
Working in a high-stress job is difficult enough. Add in the fact that you are an essential worker during a crisis and your stress levels could be off the charts. It seems as though nothing is off the table when talking about the coronavirus pandemic impacting Knoxville and the rest of the country. If you…
Read MoreCan a Child Ever Choose Which Parent to Live With?
In all child custody cases, the Tennessee family court system aims to do what is best for the children. When children are young, they typically have little or no say as to legal and physical custody decisions. Older children do have the right to voice their opinion. Courts generally listen to older children because they…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Modify Your Child Custody Agreement Legally
Once a family law judge issues a child custody order, that agreement is legally binding and enforceable. This means both parents are obligated to follow the terms of the agreement unless a further modification is approved by the court. Of course, life and circumstances can change for one or both parties, as well as for…
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