There are a variety of factors that you need to take into consideration when creating an estate plan, and the smartest approach to estate planning depends on your unique circumstances. There are various types of estate plans, and you should carefully go over your...
Year: 2022
What should you know about joint custody?
Parents going through divorce still want what is best for their children no matter what. This includes doing whatever they can to alleviate the stress of the split. One good way to do that is through the custody options chosen. Joint custody is one potential choice...
Do you stand to lose an heirloom engagement ring in your divorce?
Thanks to the popularity of reality television shows and social media, some women demand marriage proposals that are nothing short of epic. If you want to make your proposal as special as possible, you may be thinking about dropping to one knee and presenting your...
Signs of parental alienation to look out for
Going through a divorce can be difficult for everyone involved. Not only is it difficult for the couple who is divorcing, but it can also be challenging for the children as well. If parental alienation is taking place, then it can make things even more challenging. By...
How can you avoid probate?
Most wills must go through probate, which is the process of proving them valid, paying creditors, and distributing assets to heirs. Some probate cases proceed smoothly and resolve in a short amount of time. However, others can go on for months while the court tries to...
What should you look for when choosing an executor?
When it comes to estate planning, selecting an executor is one of the most important things you will do. This person is responsible for carrying out numerous duties, from locating assets to paying creditors. They will also handle dispersing assets to your heirs in the...
How can collaborative divorce work?
Going through a divorce will undoubtedly put a strain on multiple areas of your life, including but not limited to your emotional and mental health. You undoubtedly want a way to help reduce this stress even by a degree. If you are one of the couples that...
Handling digital assets in your estate plan
A growing number of residents of Tennessee and the rest of the nation now own digital assets, and for some, these assets hold quite a bit of value. If you count yourself among them, you may want to give some thought to how you might incorporate them into your estate...
3 common misconceptions about probate
Many people view the probate process with wariness. This is in part due to confusion about it. Since probate proceedings have the potential to be simple or complex, there are many misconceptions floating around about them. 1. If you have a will your estate does not go...
What to address in a Tennessee parenting plan
Tennessee has a statute in place dictating that all parents who share children under the age of 18 and plan to co-parent together must create something called a permanent parenting plan. The statute seeks to help parents maintain a cordial relationship after divorce...