We very commonly see parenting plan schedules that are week-on, week-off, meaning the parents exchange the child/ren once per week, often on a Friday after school. An alternative to this weekly schedule is what attorneys refer to as a “2/2/3” schedule, which means that the parents alternate Friday through Monday morning (weekends), and then one
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2020 Child Support Calculation Amendments
According to the Tennessee Bar Association, the Tennessee Child Support guidelines completed a process that led to numerous revisions and amendments for 2020. You can learn more HERE. The Guidelines are based on an Income Shares model that establishes the dollar amount of child support obligations based on the amount of parents’ combined adjusted gross
Read MoreIn-Person Instruction the Default Dducational Program for Knox County Schools During the Pandemic
The Knox County Board of Education Decides On In Person Learning During The COVID-19 Pandemic The Honorable Gregory S. McMillan, the presiding Judge for the 6th Judicial District, has announced a new procedure for handling cases in which parents cannot agree on whether to enroll their children in virtual or in-person education programs. The rules
Read MoreDivorce & Child Custody Battles Increase During COVID 19 In Tennessee
Couples filing for divorce has risen during the COVID 19 pandemic due to the increased strain on their marriages. You can learn more HERE. Oten times divorce will lead to child custody hearings. Tennessee recently changed its custody laws. Parents already sharing custody have run into the matter of co-parenting during the COVID 19 pandemic.
Read MoreCan I Collect Social Security Benefits From My Ex-Spouse?
Can I Receive Social Security Benefits From My Ex-Spouse After Divorce? In some circumstances, the answer is YES! Per the Social Security Administration – If you are divorced, but your marriage lasted 10 years or longer, YOU CAN receive benefits on your ex-spouse’s record (even if they have remarried) if: You are unmarried You are
Read MoreDO UNWED FATHERS HAVE PARENTAL RIGHTS?
If you are an unmarried father, you will need to establish paternity to prove that you are in fact the father of the child. Without establishing paternity, an unwed father has no legal rights to a child. A Knoxville divorce and family law attorney can help protect the rights of unmarried fathers. Each state has
Read MorePrenups Are on the Rise Among Millennials
Prenups on the Rise for Millennials A prenuptial agreement can serve as a guideline for property and debt division in the case of a divorce, and can be effective in protecting assets during the proceedings. You can learn more @ www.brides.com.
Read MoreDon’t Forget To Talk About College Planning For Children During A Divorce
College Planning For Children During A Divorce Are you getting divorced? Don’t forget to talk about and plan for how you will pay for your children’s college. You can learn more @ www.cnbc.com (CLICK KERE) Divorce and remarrying can have an impact on financial aid eligibility, and some schools will require financial information from both
Read MoreWhy You Should Never Make Your Children Choose Their Parental Visitation Schedule
When deciding on parental visitation, parents should leave their children out of the conversation – you can learn more HERE! There are many reasons to keep children out of this decision making process assuming we are not discussing a situation with domestic violence or mental or emotional abuse allegations. Additionally, mental health professionals agree that getting
Read MoreWhen can one modify a parenting schedule in Tennessee?
There are many things that change throughout Tennesseans’ lives. Many people have plans for where they want to be in five years or 10 years, but oftentimes those plans change. Certain things are not in our control, which can lead to unexpected changes. This is true when raising children as well. Although these issues can
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