Posts by Kevin Shepherd
How Do You Invalidate a Will in Tennessee?
Probate is a process that can be as emotionally driven as any other area of law that deals with interpersonal relationships. Hurt feelings can become the catalyst behind feeling the need to contest a will. Causing equal urgency can be the belief that some wrongdoing has occurred with the intent to defraud heirs to an…
Read MoreWhat Happens to a Child Custody Order When One Parent Has to Move?
The saying that it’s a small world is truer now than ever before. Technology has made the globe seem a lot closer and much more accessible than it used to be. It’s caused many more people to satisfy their feelings of wanderlust. It’s also made it much easier to wrap your mind around moving across…
Read MoreAre All Prospective Adoptive Parents Required to Complete the PATH Program?
Not everyone is able to fulfill their dreams of having a family biologically, but fortunately, there are many options today to begin or add to a family. Once you’ve decided that adoption is the right choice for you, then it comes down to which adoption route to take. Open, closed, private agency, foster care and…
Read MoreMy 17-Year-Old Got Caught with Drugs. What Do I Do?
As the parent of a teenager who sometimes gets into minor trouble from typical teenage antics, you might think back on your own childhood stunts. Your stunts never resulted in life-altering consequences. Your parents probably yelled a little, maybe grounded you and called it a day. Today, even minor incidents can turn into hair-raising events…
Read MoreObsessed with Celebrity Relationships? It Could End Up Ruining Your Own
There have been over 25 celebrity breakups in 2020. Maybe it was coronavirus, maybe it was just a bad year to be famous and in love – but the most interesting part of this bit of news isn’t why the celebrities broke up; it’s why anyone in our office knows there were at least 25…
Read MoreCan My Social Media Accounts Affect My Child Custody Case?
Social media posts, comments, likes, and shares have gotten a lot of people in trouble with their places of employment, at school, and even at home. Let’s face it; social media can be good, but it can also be a hindrance when it comes to dealing with a child custody case in Tennessee. If you…
Read MoreHow Do You Choose an Executor for Your Will?
An executor is the person someone appoints in their will to handle their estate when the person has passed on. When choosing an executor, it’s important to pick someone you can trust to handle the financial parts of the estate and who can also manage any conflicts that may arise. Many people choose their spouse…
Read MoreWhat Are Some Good Apps for Co-Parenting?
Parenting can be a challenge in two-parent households. After a divorce, those challenges are often exacerbated, even if the divorce is amicable and the parents fundamentally agree on how they wish to parent their children. For couples whose divorce is contentious, or who have trouble communicating effectively, co-parenting may prove even more difficult. To this…
Read MoreSteps to Avoid Probate Litigation
Avoiding probate litigation depends on a variety of factors, such as how well the family members get along, and the types (and amounts) of assets in dispute. Plain and simple, the fewer assets that pass through probate, the less likely there will be a probate contest. An experienced Maryville probate lawyer explains how the following…
Read MoreHow Does a Home Study Work for Adoption?
The home study is one of the most important parts of the adoption process in Tennessee. It is a visit conducted by a social worker, employed by a private or state agency, who inspects your home and interviews you and your family members. The home study could take multiple visits to complete, so be prepared…
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