Tennessee law REQUIRES that parent support any child they bring into this world ( and that duty applies to both parents). The judge is under a duty to make sure the law is complied with, and it's best for the child that both parents help support the child. I expect you will not be able to get... View More

If your name was added to the deed, a strong argument can be made that your spouse made a "gift" to you by adding your name. However, the division of martial property in a divorce case is different in every case and each case will be decided on the particular facts of that case. Consult... View More

Child support is based on several factors, including each parent's income. You should sit down with an attorney to go over all of the details and calculate an estimate for support.

You need to consult your Marital Dissolution Agreement. It usually says that each spouse is keeping the personal property in their possession or provides details about the property settlement. If it doesn't provide any guidance you could send him a storage bill and a certified letter asking... View More

Your question is unclear- you don say what is being notarized. Generally, the notary will require you to sign in his/her presence, or in other words, the notary needs to actually see you sign. However, you and your spouse do not have to be present at the same time. Your spouse can appear in front... View More

Sorry, but much more information is needed to determine where you sound file for divorce. Based on the brief info provided, my first impression is to hire an attorney in Louisiana. Louisiana law differs from the rest of the United States in some ways because of its history as a French colony (... View More

Attorneys charge different rates depending on many factors including how complicated your divorce would be the particular market wherein the divorce would be pursued or the lawyer is located. Contact several local attorneys to inquire about rates.

Yes, do not try to represent yourself on this- alimony and property division issues can be complicated. The Judge cannot act as your lawyer and is required to make all litigants follow the court rules. Consult an experienced divorce lawyer soon.

I always advise people to have an attorney review the paperwork to make sure that it says what they think it says.

What the other lawyer is saying isn't uncommon. I still recommend that you consult an attorney to review the documents.

What is the case set for? Trial? Hearing on a motion? Without knowing more, it is impossible to answer. I highly recommend that you consult an attorney and ask the court for more time to hire a lawyer.

I don't practice Divorce law. But I don't think your cosmetology license would be suspended for failure to pay a personal loan that you agreed to assume in the divorce. I know there some issues relating to failure to pay child support that are more onerous. But this is a loan. Having... View More

There are forms online - https://www.tncourts.gov/help-center/court-approved-divorce-forms

1. Talk privately with an experienced lawyer. Do NOT try to do it yourself, would you attempt to do surgery on yourself if you needed it? No, you would hire a professional to do the job.

2. Gather evidence- photo's, phone records, emails, tape recordings- whatever is needed to prove... View More

ONE of the two married persons must be a Tennessee resident and that person must have resided in Tennessee for at least 6 months prior to the filing. If you object to having the divorce granted in Tennessee,

you most likely need to consult an attorney to assist you in getting the case... View More

Sorry , but your situation is so complicated that a proper answer would exceed what can be given in this question-answer format. It sounds like you might be better off going to court than trying to mediate or settle with your husband. I strongly suggest you consult an experienced divorce lawyer,... View More

Probably not, but you should consult the clerk of the court where you divorce is pending.

Sorry, but this is an extremely complicated question and so many factors are involved that it is truly impossible to answer in this question-answer format. There is no formula for setting spousal support. Under Tenn law, the two primary factors are 1. your need ( determined by what it costs to... View More

That question is best answered by your attorney.

We cannot agree to represent you on this forum. You should call attorneys in the area though. Many will offer a free consult and some will work with you on making payments.