Getting a divorce isn’t easy or enjoyable, and it often means a huge change in your life. No longer do you share bedrooms, houses, cars, or income; and that can pose a problem. If your partner brought in a great amount of the income, then you may find yourself suddenly worrying about paying bills and buying food. For this reason,…
Most married couples would consider divorce the worst case scenario; no one marries with the expectation of getting divorced, and many couples fight for years to try to save their marriage from that conclusion. Unfortunately, even the most dedicated husband or wife may find themselves in divorce proceedings after the discovery that their spouse has been unfaithful. The American Psychological…
Tennessee has been named as the state with the third highest number of divorce lawyer searches, behind only New Jersey and New York, since the lockdowns from COVID were lifted. This trend of divorce information seeking has been seen across the country, and even across the world, with major news outlets like CNBC and the BBC publishing articles on it.…
We’ve all heard of the 7 Year Itch – the idea that a marriage can only stay happy for seven years before both parties begin to lose interest in the relationship. While it’s hard to track down exactly when most marriages doomed to fail begin to decline, a recent study found that the median duration of marriages is 10-12 years.…
The way that a divorce proceeds is typically based on the couples involved. When the former partners cannot come to a mutual agreement and do not want to meet each other halfway, the divorce proceedings can turn ugly. However, there are some couples who want the same things, or are at least able to work together to achieve their post-divorce…
It is an exciting time when your child nears the end of their high school career, and prepares to go off for further schooling. However, this time can also be stressful and scary when you are working on getting a divorce at the same time. You have to think about how to afford the costs of sending your child off…
Marriage is a beautiful, wonderful union, intended to be a lifelong commitment of love and happiness between two people. When you are newly engaged, it’s bound to be on your mind in the best of ways. There is so much to plan and consider for just the wedding itself! From choosing a venue to invitations to cake-tasting, it makes sense…
When you are about to embark on the process of divorce, of course you want it to be as smooth as possible. There are so many moving parts, conditions, and factors that go into separating your life from someone else’s (at least legally). To anyone, it can be daunting. However, the state of Tennessee has a way to make it…
Many people may delay their divorce, avoid bringing up the topic, or – worse – settle for way less than they’re entitled to, simply because they don’t have the right information. Before you make any big decisions or rush into anything, ensure you separate myth from truth and fact from fiction. The best way to move forward during any significant…
Addiction, no matter the form, adds both emotional and financial strain to a relationship. When one spouse has a problem with gambling, for example, they may lie to cover up their financial losses or trips to the racetrack. Besides causing a rift in the marriage, a gambling addiction can also bring unique challenges during a divorce. If your spouse has…