Franklin Divorce Lawyers
Divorce Attorneys in Franklin and Columbia TN
Call on the strength of a divorce attorney in Franklin when you need it most
Matters of family law can be among the most emotionally draining to pursue. Often, these matters involve difficult decisions that can affect you and your family for years to come. When you face divorce or separation, child support or custody, this is the time to have a Franklin divorce attorney by your side to vigorously represent your rights. When it may feel like you cannot depend on anything, know that you can rely on dedicated divorce attorneys in Franklin who are committed to you and your case.
At the Law Offices of Adrian H. Altshuler & Associates, we handle the following family law issues:
Franklin Divorce
Tennessee grants both no-fault and at-fault divorces to couple where at least one member has lived in the state for a minimum of six months. Contact the Franklin divorce law firm of Adrian H. Altshuler, to begin the process, you or your spouse files a complaint for divorce in the county where either of you resides. For a no-fault divorce, you only need a statement indicating irreconcilable differences and that you and your spouse have been living apart for two years. This assumes both of you agree on issues such as property division, child custody, and child support. Once you or your spouse files the complaint, the divorce is generally granted in about 60 days.
At-fault grounds for divorce include the following:
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Tennessee takes divorce of parents seriously. Each of you must submit to mediation, attend parenting class, and present a parenting plan.
Adoption
We regularly assist families in Middle Tennessee in adopting children privately or through adoption agencies both in the United States and abroad. Private adoption can also include grandparents and step-parents. We can help you untangle any bureaucratic red tape so you can give your heart and home to a child who needs it most.
Child custody
Tennessee courts decide on child custody matters based on what is in the child's best interests. They consider a number of criteria in granting sole custody or joint custody, including—
- The existing relationship between parent and child
- The parents' ability to give the child shelter, education, medical care, and the degree to which a parent has been the primary caregiver
- The parents' mental and physical health
- The parents' relationship with each other
- Importance of continuity in the child's life and the length of time the child has lived in a stable, satisfactory environment
- The child's home, school, and community record
- The child's preference, if the child is 12 or older
- Any physical or emotional abuse inflicted by the parents on the child, on the other parent, or on any other person
- The parents' past and potential handling of parenting responsibilities
At the Law Offices of Adrian H. Altshuler & Associates, we know that often child custody issues arise after the court orders the initial judgment. Any modifications must go through the court system and we can file your petition to modify custody and advise you about the likely outcome. We are committed to representing your rights to our utmost ability in and out of court.
Child support
In Tennessee, child support is calculated based on the percentage of the non-custodial parent's income. We can help you understand how the calculation is made and if you or the other parent experiences any significant change in circumstances, we can work with you to file a petition with the court to modify the amount paid in accordance with state guidelines.
Wills and estates
Many people believe that they do not need a will. But, if you do not have a will at the time of death, your assets are distributed by the state. Take the time now to document your wishes and ensure that your hard-earned assets go to the beneficiaries you designate.
Probate law
Our clients frequently come to us to draft their wills and help them with other estate planning and estate administration issues. After a loved one dies, the last thing on your mind is probating his or her will. We can help you navigate your way through probate—the legal process administering an estate—and help make this process as stress-free as possible so you can focus on your healing. Probate includes—
- Proving in court that a deceased person’s will is valid
- Identifying and inventorying the deceased person’s property
- Appraising property
- Paying debts and taxes
- Distributing property as directed by a will
- Transferring title and ownership of assets to the proper beneficiaries
If you or another family member contests a loved one's will, you may need the services of a tough, experienced litigation attorney. For instance, a will can be contested on the following grounds:
- The decedent was not of sound mind when signing the will, challenging testamentary capacity
- A beneficiary unduly influenced the will
- The will was not signed by the loved one
- The will was not legally witnessed
As trial lawyers, we represent clients who want to ensure their rights are upheld in probate court throughout Middle Tennessee. We work diligently to bring expert medical testimony to the stand and interview witnesses, including other beneficiaries, relatives, and close friends to determine the intent of your loved one.
Conservatorship and guardianship
We ably handle all matters of conservatorship and guardianship. In Tennessee, conservatorship can be established to handle housing, health, and other decisions for an incapacitated adult. Either the same person or another can be appointed as a conservator of the incapacitated person's estate to manage and protect its assets.
In a Tennessee guardianship, a person is appointed to take care of a child's needs—shelter, education, medical care, and possibly financial management of the child's assets.
Reliable. Strong. Dedicated.
Clients rely on the Law Offices of Adrian H. Altshuler & Associates to protect their interests through family law and estate cases. They know we do everything we can to aggressively pursue justice on their behalf. We can do the same for you. Call Franklin divorce lawyer, Adrian H. Altshuler & Associates today at 1-888-328-0433 or use our convenient online form to schedule your free initial consultation.
