There are several legal grounds for annulment in Tennessee, including: 1. Insanity – a spouse was insane or unable to understand the nature of...

I have 30 days to attend a Parenting Seminar for my divorce. Can I take a course online?

If you contact your attorney or the Court they should be able to provide you with places that are court approved. If you do not have an attorney, I...

Will there be a Mediation if I do not agree to the Purposed Parenting Plan in my Divorce?

Generally, mediation is required prior to a divorce. Divorces, especially with children, can be complicated. You should consult with a child...

I know I have asked this before, but there is new additional information available. Thank you again for your time.

You may ask for a continuance. You may also ask that an attorney be appointed to represent you if you cannot afford one. Best of luck to you!

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Live in TN went to court with all the papers I was told to bring to file for a legal separation judge told me I need

It is a form the that grants a legal separation. You can use the Avvo "Find a Lawyer" link above to search for an attorney in Kingsport. Best of...

Child custody

In Tennessee, generally, a father does not have custody rights to a child born out of wedlock. Therefore, you can take the child and leave and...

In the state of NC a couple had a son, never got married. What are the chances of the father sharing custody every other week?

Generally, when a child is born to an unmarried couple, a father’s rights regarding that child are not immediately established. This is true even...

We have a court order but the mother is refusing to let me see my daughter. What should I do?

As the other attorneys mentioned, more facts are needed to accurately answer your question. You should meet with a custody attorney in your area. ...

My daughter is 15 years old and I wanna know can she tell who she wants to live with

A court determines custody based on the best interest of the child. The best interest of the child is based on a set of factors. One of those...

If my father obtained custody in Alabama and I live in Tennessee, what state do we modify custody?

Child custody jurisdiction is governed by the U.C.C.J.E.A.. It is a complicated issue and very fact sensitive. You should meet with a child custody...