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.

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!

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.

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.

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.