Child custody matters can be resolved through negotiations or mediation or by having a judge make the decision. Tennessee parents whose marriages are coming to an end should know that no matter how they come to a resolution regarding these issues, the best interests...
Month: July 2017
How courts may deal with custody disputes
While many Tennessee parents are able to amicably come to an agreement regarding child custody, others simply cannot agree, resulting in potentially messy child custody disputes. Courts will be guided by the best interests of the child in the event it is called upon...
Financing adoption: The truth about cost
Many people worry that adoption will cost too much, so they may never start the process. Interestingly, adoptions can cost very little or be extremely expensive depending on the route you choose. What kind of funding options are there for adoptions? Some agencies use...
Physical custody and visitation
For many Tennessee parents of young children, going through a divorce can be particularly difficult, especially if the parents are unfamiliar with the legal terminology that may be used during child custody determinations. There is a difference between physical...
What to know about fatherhood in America
A father's role has evolved significantly over the past several decades. In Tennessee and elsewhere, it is not uncommon to see dads staying at home or even acting as a single parent. According to a Pew Research poll, fathers are nearly just as likely as mothers to say...