Do my boyfriend and I have to be married for him to adopt my daughter?

In Tenn, even a gay couple can adopt and they can't even be married in Tenn. Thus, it is clear that marriage is not a requirement. Your boyfriend...

What to do about ex boyfriend's family pushing themselves on me and my child?

You are NOT obligated to allow his family to have any time with the child, unless a Court has told you otherwise. You need to stop these contacts...

Can I get a "restraining order" on a person for me & my 3yr old daughter for threatening to kill me, publically?

First, you may want to file a Contempt, or a Petition for Restraining Order, against your child's mother in which you ask the Court to Order that...

Visitation / custody

In Tenn., courts are instructed to attempt to maximize the time of both parents with the child, as long as it is in the child's best interest. It...

The Child Support Guidelines allow for income to be imputed to a parent when the parent has the ability to work, but doesn't have proof of income....

If my ex has been granted a temporary emergency custody order do I have to have an attorney present at the first hearing?

If you do not have an attorney, you can either represent yourself at that hearing or you can ask for a reset so that you can hire an attorney. But,...

How do I get shared custody changed to full time custody?

It sounds as if you are a prime example of a case where the parenting arrangement needs to be modified. However, even if you do win, it is likely...

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I dont want my son to be in the presence of my ex's married boyfriend.

Please seek a consultation with a strong , experienced family law. I, and many others,, will offer a free consultation. You raise legitimate...

Why would EVERY attorney in local area have a conflict of interest with Conservator in Cookeville, TN? What to do?

You definitely need to get an attorney from another county who does not mind traveling there. That way, you can feel confident that there is no...

Emergency Custody

Yes, he can file for emergency custody but that doesn't mean that he would get that. Has he acknowledged paternity ? In other words, is he on birth...

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