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Can child support be waived in Tennessee? Tennessee Child Support Guidelines are Strictly Enforced People often ask: Can we agree to no child support? or Can it be waived? Of course nothing in this post can replace the advice of an attorney. (review) But, generally speaking, child support can not be waived, by agreement or otherwise.  In Tennessee as well as other states child support is determined by law.  The Tennessee Child Support Guidelines must be followed by the Court.  The Court is given the ability to deviate (or vary) from the guidelines.  But,  this is rarely done.  Certainly not to the extent of “waiving”Read More →

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Alimony is quite complicated, and involves many factual based elements, so be sure to consult with an experienced divorce lawyer to explore if alimony may be an issue in your case. In general, alimony is spousal support which is typically awarded to the economically disadvantaged spouse.

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Legal Documents and Contracts Without a Lawyer – Proceed with Caution In this information age, the internet is the first place many people go to get news, information, find a store, product, or service, including legal services.  Today, many people are even searching for and finding do-it-yourself legal forms.  The internet is a valuable resource, but there are limitations to what should be utilized.  Legal documents and contracts are complicated and ought to be drafted and reviewed by a lawyer. However, many people are taking the risk and using internet forms to fix their own legal problems without professional help. Should you? Do it yourselfRead More →