The team at Dodson Parker Behm & Capparella, PC shares updates and thoughts on developments in the law.
When does a Material Change in Circumstances Warrant a Modification of a Parenting Plan?
The Tennessee Court of Appeals reversed a trial court’s order on a modification of a parenting plan. The trial court wrongly granted the mother’s petition to change the parenting plan, giving her primary residential custody and the majority of days with the children. The trial court found that based on the material changes of circumstance, and the geographical distance between the parties, it...
read moreCourt of Appeals Clarifies Procedure for Petitions to Modify Custody
In Tennessee, an order is generally “final” thirty days after it has been entered. Where child custody matters are concerned, however, the trial courts retain “exclusive and continuing jurisdiction.” This has often resulted in confusion with respect to the proper procedure when one parent wants to ask the court to modify custody, because there is a statutory requirement...
read moreTiming, Sophistication of Parties Key Factors in Prenup Enforceability
The Tennessee Court of Appeals recently reinforced longstanding principles in determining the enforceability of prenuptial agreements. Among the factors a court examines carefully in determining whether a prenup will be upheld are the timing of the presentation of the document and the relative experiences of the parties in terms of age and educational background. Failure to account for these...
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