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We were gonna do a prenup but we did not realize it was so complicated. All I need to do is protect some assets(i.e. inheritance, brokerage accounts, etc.) from my future wife's creditors, lawyers, or a judge in the unlikely event of a divorce. We have cohabited for 12 years and all our... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2022
Assets in your name acquired before marriage are not marital property by statute. Those items cannot be garnished just by way of marriage; a judgment of any type would need to be against you for a creditor to garnish/levy the asset. If you have significant pre-marital assets, you would be wise to... View More
The property has changed since we viewed and made the offer. We do not want to take occupancy.
answered on Jun 17, 2022
Need more info. But you would have to look at the terms of your purchase and sale agreement to determine your rights. Consult with your agent, or better, consult with an attorney to review the facts of your situation and your documents to help guide you.
How is child support determined if you are still married. I’ve been separated almost 2 years.
answered on Jun 13, 2022
You can get a child support order pending divorce. Or you could file for legal separation and seek custody/visitation. Support is calculated using the parties' income, deductions for things like insurance and child care, and then applied to the guidelines. Seek local counsel to assist you to... View More
While awaiting Discovery process, is there anyway to petition the court for reduction in the current payment of spousal and child support to reduce my financial strain?
answered on May 26, 2022
You can file a motion to modify if circumstances have changed enough to warrant a modification. Consult local counsel to determine your options.
You found out you were still married to your first wife after 3 years of marriage to your 2nd wife and you then divorced your first wife however did not remarry your 2nd wife. Does this mean your 2nd marriage is invalid? Can the person who was married be liable and go to jail for bigamy after... View More
answered on May 12, 2022
The second marriage is invalid. Consult local counsel to determine your options.
The mother wants him to give up his rights but we don't know how to go about doing it if he doesn't give them up then she is gonna continue to be a headache and threaten him with his kids because sometimes he can't see them on weekends due to working not having a sitter or because of being sick
answered on May 12, 2022
You would file a petition to terminate parental rights and litigate the issues. Consult counsel to see if your situation would qualify.
My husband and I have been living in his grandparents home for 13 years. They have been deceased for 10 years. We have their deed, but do not know what our legal rights are are. The house is needing work and we are not able to take a loan out because the house is not in our home. What are our... View More
answered on May 11, 2022
You need to first determine whether your husband is the sole heir of the property. If his parents are alive, or there are siblings, this will help determine options. Typically, when someone dies without a will, property is passed to the next of kin by statute. The heir files an affidavit of... View More
Property inherited prior to marriage. Has been refinanced with both names on deed. Mortgage payments have been paid from joint bank account. Married almost 20 years. How would property be divided in divorce?
answered on May 9, 2022
Since it's been refinanced and your spouse added to the deed, the court will likely say that the asset is sufficiently commingled that it is marital property subject to equitable distribution.
answered on May 4, 2022
Depends on the language in your lease and whether the landlord accepting your rent with or without reservation.
I've seen many cases of someone getting arrested just for yelling or screaming and it was classified as domestic assault. I've also been arrested at a younger age for domestic violence and I barely even touch somebody with the tip of my finger. So I'm wondering if somebody touches me... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2022
Assault in Tennessee includes placing one in fear of imminent danger or physical contact.
I am buying a home in Tennessee. I put $10,000 down on a rent-to-own home. Payments will be $880 per month (including insurance), owner carrying the balance of $85000. I can pay off early with no penalty. I have not signed a contract yet, what should I make sure is included in the contract?
answered on Apr 7, 2022
This is a complex question. Depends on what you ultimately want. Land contracts are usually complicated. Take any proposed contract to an attorney to discuss your wants and needs and to make suggestions.
It’s a covered porch. Had to redo cement already. Is t building the roofline agreed to. I just want to cut my losses.
answered on Apr 7, 2022
Your contract would control whether you can fire him. If his lack of performance has materially breached your agreement, then you may have options. Consult counsel to determine your options.
My neighbor put 3 or 4 loads of dirt on his property to prevent the water run off to back up onto my land. The dirt is not on the county right of way it is all on his land. This causes the water to back up on my land whenever it rains. It is a county road but I do not know who paid for the tile.... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2022
From your limited facts, it sounds to me like your neighbor has created what's known as a private nuisance. His modification to his land has interfered with yours. You may need to sue him to abate the nuisance. Consult with local counsel to determine your options.
I have an electricians license in TN as well as local business licenses. I have registered to pay business tax and franchise and excise tax on Tennessee. I live in Virginia and have formed my LLC in Virginia. Am I okay to use my local TN business licenses and my TN electrical license to perform... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2022
You could register your VA LLC in TN as a foreign entity.
answered on Apr 1, 2022
Yes. You can sue. But not having a contract for a loan may enable them to a decent defense. Consult counsel to determine your options.
wife has been out of the home over ten yrs and is wanted by the state for child support whereabouts are unknown how can I file for divorce without an attorney as I can not afford to hire one?
answered on Mar 4, 2022
There are forms available online at https://www.tncourts.gov/help-center/court-approved-divorce-forms
But it sounds like you're going to run into trouble serving your spouse and getting a divorce with or without her consent. If you can't afford counsel, try contacting a legal aid agency near you.
I was woken by officers beating on my door. I was told that, due to me matching description of someone who called a crisis line with suicidal ideation, I would be taken to er for evaluation. I refused and told them I was alright and had no thoughts of suicide. I went to close my door and officer... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2022
Tennessee does not have a "red flag" law. From your limited facts, it appears as though the officers illegally searched your home and seized your belongings.
Only see my kids once a month and wanting more visitation how do I go about doing that?
answered on Feb 23, 2022
You'd need to petition the court for a modification. You would be wise to consult with an attorney for assistance with this process.
When I go to pick him up on visitation time pick up their never their can I stop sending him over their cause shes not obeying the court order visitation times ?
answered on Feb 22, 2022
Don't just stop complying with a court order. You would be wise to consult with counsel, but if you're having problems then it's best to let the court know and seek a modification as appropriate or seek an order of contempt.
How to get HOA to reduce/eliminate dues (330/yr) for residents not benefiting from any HOA amenities (security gates, private roads) since my house is outside that area. I must use Co. road and no security gates provided. Is this a breach of fiduciary services because I get no amenities that the... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2022
You would be wise to have an attorney review the HOA bylaws and CCRs. Something seems off that you're being assessed HOA fees without the benefit of receiving services.
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