Author: Burdine Law Firm, PLLC

If you are a parent with sole custody of your child and are considering relocating, you may be wondering if it is legal to move away from the other parent. The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, including whether or not the father has visitation rights. Generally speaking, parents who have…

If you are considering a divorce, you may be wondering what will happen to your pension or retirement account. These assets are often divided in a divorce, but there can be complications. A Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO) lawyer can help you establish your entitlement to these funds. QDRO lawyers work with the courts and your former…

When one parent has custody and the other doesn’t, there can be tension over who makes specific decisions on the child’s behalf. It can be a complex topic in which each divorce settlement and child custody agreement can specify different things. What follows is an overview of what to know regarding medical decisions for a child…

Someone could receive an inheritance they were aware of, or they might receive an inheritance as a surprise. Depending on the size of the inheritance, it could be an issue if marriage–and then divorce–is involved. Here’s what you need to know about inheritance and marital property to protect your assets appropriately. What Is Marital Property…

If you are considering divorce, you may be wondering if there are any alternatives to the traditional process. In Tennessee, there are a few different options available to couples who want to end their marriage. These alternatives can often help couples save time and money, and they may even be less stressful than going through a…

Alimony is a legal obligation to provide financial support to your former spouse after your divorce. In most cases, this financial support is paid by the higher-earning spouse to the lower-earning spouse, and it is intended to help the lower-earning spouse maintain the same standard of living they enjoyed during the marriage. Can A Spouse…

Adoption is one of the most joyful events that families can experience together. In the State of Tennessee, if you want to adopt a child, ask a Nashville adoption attorney to explain the state’s adoption laws and to guide you through the complicated legal adoption process. Adoptions in Tennessee are almost never simple and straightforward legal procedures,…

A parenting plan is a crucial document in the context of a divorce or separation involving children in Tennessee. It serves as a comprehensive framework that outlines how parents will share responsibilities and make decisions regarding their children’s welfare post-divorce. Nashville child custody attorneys handle the legal complexities of parenting plans with the primary goal…

Introduction: Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining Did you know that over 1 million children in the U.S. experience their parents’ divorce each year? While that number might sound daunting, what truly matters is how parents navigate this transition with their children. Believe it or not, a divorce doesn’t have to spell disaster for your…

Understanding Dissipation of Marital Assets in Tennessee Divorce Cases It is scary to divorce your spouse when your spouse is the one controlling assets.  How can you be sure you will get your fair share in the divorce when you are not in control of the assets?  What if your spouse is hiding assets or…