Child Custody Law

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What Can I Do If My Ex Withholds Visitation?

When an ex is withholding visitation, it can be an incredibly frustrating and heartbreaking experience. Court-ordered visitation rights are legally binding, and violating them can have serious consequences. If you find yourself in a situation where your ex is withholding visitation rights, there are steps you can take to protect your parental rights and maintain […]

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Supervised Visitation in Tennessee: Guidelines for Parents

One of family law cases’ most emotionally charged aspects is determining child custody and visitation rights. Often, the court may order supervised visitation to ensure the child’s safety and well-being while keeping the parent/child relationship intact. Supervised visitation is not permanent. With the proper steps, it can evolve into unsupervised visits or full custody. This

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The Importance of Reviewing Your Custody Arrangement: What You Need to Know

Custody arrangements are often the most challenging aspect when couples decide to separate. Whether you work with the other parent or the courts determine custody arrangements, knowing those arrangements aren’t set in stone is essential. When the arrangements aren’t working for one or both parents or the child, it may be time to review them.

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When to Seek Child Custody Modification

Child custody arrangements are typically established during divorce proceedings or separations, with the well-being of the children being the priority. However, circumstances change, and what once worked may no longer suit the children or the parents. When this happens, a child custody modification may be necessary. Custody modifications allow parents to adjust existing custody agreements

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Can Criminal Records Affect Child Custody in Tennessee?

Child custody battles are emotionally charged and complex legal proceedings, often requiring careful consideration of various factors to determine what’s in the best interest of the child. In Tennessee, as in many other states, the court’s primary focus is on the child’s well-being. One significant factor that can heavily influence custody decisions is a parent’s

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Tennessee Custody Battles: Does Your Income Matter?

Custody battles are emotional, complex, and involve various factors influencing the court’s decision. In Tennessee, one crucial factor that significantly influences custody decisions is the financial stability of each parent. While financial stability is important, the ultimate goal when deciding custody is the child’s best interest. However, knowing how income and finances affect custody decisions

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