Divorce

Law Office of David L. Scott

Divorce Lawyer Murfreesboro

No one wants to think about it, but sometimes divorce is the best option for you and your family. If you have reached the decision to dissolve your marriage, get trustworthy legal representation to help you navigate the process. Murfreesboro divorce lawyer David Scott from The Law Office of David L. Scott is committed to providing you with the most reliable legal representation possible. Whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, it is always in your best interest to have an experienced Murfreesboro divorce lawyer on your side.

We handle all aspects of contested and uncontested divorces, including:

High Asset Divorce

Not all divorces are the same. Many involve a lot of money and assets. When one or both spouses have more than $1 million in assets, it becomes a high asset divorce.

High asset divorces often get complicated, especially if one spouse has a lot more money than the other. This is often the case in celebrity divorces. Two of the biggest issues in these cases are alimony and property division. Both spouses have become accustomed to a certain lifestyle, so alimony is often required and can be several thousand dollars a month.

In terms of property division, who gets what? Tennessee, like most other states, is an equitable distribution state. This means assets are split equitably among the spouses. This may mean splitting assets 50/50, 60/40, or some other split.

In a high asset divorce, keep in mind that the types of assets involved will likely be vastly different. They may include vacation homes, luxury vehicles, boats, antiques, collectibles, high-end jewelry, stock options, cryptocurrency, and retirement accounts.

The stakes are high in this type of divorce. That is because one mistake can cost hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. For this reason, you need skilled divorce attorney  David L. Scott on your side. High asset divorces require a lot of discovery and valuation, as well as expert opinions. Forensic accountants will be needed so that the court can accurately assess the value of all assets before distributing them. I can provide your case with the care and competence it deserves.

Same-Sex Divorce

Same-sex divorce has been legal in Tennessee since 2015. However, just like any divorce, there are requirements that must be met. One requirement is that at least one spouse must have lived in the state for at least six months before filing for divorce. Also, the couple must be legally married. Common-law marriage is not legal in Tennessee, but a common law marriage acquired in another state will be recognized in Tennessee.

Once the requirements have been met, the divorce process is the same as in any other divorce Tennessee allows for fault-based and no-fault divorce.

Marital assets will be divided equitably based on factors such as the duration of the marriage, the ages of both spouses, the value of the property, and the contributions of both spouses.

If there are children involved, both parents have equal rights when it comes to custody. The court uses the best interests of the child standard. Both parents can get joint legal custody. However, one parent will be a primary custodial parent and the other will be a non-custodial parent who will have visitation rights if a joint designation is not agreed upon. Each parent will be required to attend a parenting class.

Dealing with a same-sex divorce in Tennessee may feel overwhelming. Get the help you need from divorce attorney David L. Scott. I have the skills and experience to provide you with solid legal advice.

How do I get an uncontested divorce?

Marriage doesn’t always work out. If you and your spouse agree on getting a divorce on the ground of irreconcilable differences and both of you agree on the terms of the property division, child custody/visitation, child support, and spousal support of the divorce, you can file for an uncontested divorce. An uncontested divorce is much simpler and can be finalized after 60 days without children and 90 with children. You may even waive your court appearance in Rutherford County in most cases.

What happens in a contested divorce?

Contested divorces are cases where there is not an agreement as to property division, child custody/visitation, child support, and spousal support. A contested divorce requires you to file a complaint for divorce asserting a fault-based ground and serving the complaint on your spouse after which they will have 30 days to file an answer.

The information you gather during discovery procedures is used to support your grounds for divorce as well as your specific requests regarding the terms of the divorce. Likewise, your spouse will use information gathered during discovery to contest your grounds and/or your requested divorce terms.

After discovery, the court will require mediation if no settlement has been reached. Also, if you have children, you will be required to attend a parent education class. If the contested issues are not resolved at mediation, the court will schedule your trial and the judge will make a ruling on all contested issues.

Personal Service Is Our Promise

The decision to divorce is a difficult moment in the lives of parents and children. Even the most amicable divorce can be emotionally taxing.

At our Tennessee divorce law firm, we offer legal services with an emphasis on accessibility and responsiveness. Our attorney, David L. Scott, work closely with each client to explain the law, provide guidance through the process and make things as simple as possible. When clients have questions, we take time to provide prompt answers. As a case develops, we take time to keep our clients informed.

Protecting Your Financial and Parental Rights

Attorney David L. Scott is a dedicated advocate for the clients he serves. Since 1996, he has been passionately defending the financial and parental rights of clients in divorce and family law matters. As an experienced negotiator and trial lawyer, he has the ability to handle your case with the highest degree of competence and care.

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