After legally changing your name in court, the name change process is not quite over yet. There are several important steps to take after receiving a court order legally changing your name. As a follow-up to our article on legal name changes in Tennessee, this article explains some steps to take once the court grants your name change request.

Below is an account of my intern’s experience shadowing me (Joseph Kwon) in the domestic docket in Davidson County (“Family Court”). I thought her perspective would be very helpful for many folks to read about because it not only captures what laypeople see, but also, highlights the emotional impact of these legal proceedings. So, here’s Jorden’s own words…

During the divorce process, people frequently find themselves unable to cover some of their expenses without their former partner’s help. Pendente lite support is a type of alimony that spouses can request while the divorce is still pending. It can help a spouse with less means cover a wide variety of important expenses and help ensure that one spouse does not go without his or her needs met during the divorce proceedings. Learn more in this article.

If you have decided to separate from your spouse, an agreed divorce is a simpler, faster, and typically less expensive means of divorce than going through the process of hashing out your issues in a courtroom. This post shares a relatively quick and easy step-by-step guide on how to receive an agreed divorce.

“I am addressing my numbness, my vulnerability, and my identity again. I am sitting with it and addressing yet again what it means for me to be Asian American in Nashville. What it means to have to prove that I belong here, that I am deserving of my life, liberty, and my pursuit of happiness.”

Some legal terms, like the word “probate,” can seem complicated or confusing. Not to worry! This post is a quick breakdown of what probate means and why it’s important for you!

For anyone transitioning into their truest self, a name change can be a monumental, life-changing step in the direction of helping the world see their real identity. In honor of Pride Month and to help raise awareness for the LGBTQIA+ community, we are sharing this helpful article that explains how to legally change your name in Middle Tennessee.

Divorce does not always have to be a complicated and expensive process. Sometimes, it can be as simple as filling out a few forms. This article explains how you can file for divorce in a fast and simple manner with an agreed divorce.

If someone is abusing or threatening you or your family, this post is a simple, step-by-step guide that can help you file a petition for an order of protection in Middle Tennessee. It includes helpful links that can take you directly to the resources you need.

Domestic violence is a major concern at the moment because many victims are trapped at home with their abusers during the quarantine. This article discusses how victims of abuse can use orders of protection to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their home from an abuser.

Couples in a long-term relationship often decide to live together either before marriage or in the place of marriage. But, many cohabiting couples don’t realize that their rights and interests don’t have any of the legal protections that married couples receive, which is true even if the cohabiting couple has been together for decades. This post discusses a way that cohabiting couples can protect their relationship and their rights as individuals in lieu of marriage.

While there are many benefits to cohabitation, couples who cohabitate do not enjoy all the same legal rights as married couples. If you would want your partner to make important medical decisions for you in an emergency, this post discusses some options that may be available to you.

Children with autism need and deserve extra attention to help them succeed at school. As a parent of a child who is on the autism spectrum, you should know that your child has certain rights in the educational setting. This post discusses some ways in which you can access your child’s unique educational opportunities.

Many people come to me with the same questions: what is truancy? when is a child considered to be truant? do I need a lawyer for this matter?

So I thought I’d write a quick blog post as a simple truancy explainer for Tennessean families.