Types of Divorce in Nashville
I can help you file a contested, uncontested or collaborative divorce in Nashville. In many cases, the type of divorce that you file will be based on whether you and your spouse are willing to cooperate and able to agree on settlement terms.
Filing a Contested Divorce
If you and your spouse are unable or unwilling to agree to the terms of a settlement, then I can represent you during a contested divorce in Nashville. In a contested divorce, key topics such as child custody and support, property division, and alimony are addressed either by a mediator or a judge. Finding a lawyer willing to fight for your interests is very important during contested divorces, which can be particularly divisive.
Filing an Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce in Nashville requires the mutual consent of both spouses. Both parties must agree on all matters surrounding their divorce. There are several positive aspects to uncontested divorces:
- They occur in private
- They minimize legal costs
- They happen quickly
- They are voluntary
Despite the apparent advantages, uncontested divorces are not always the most appropriate option for couples. If you have reservations about some issues or if you believe your spouse is trying to impose a settlement, I can help you file for divorce.
Collaborative Divorce in Nashville
Collaborative divorce is a marriage dissolution option that has gained popularity relatively recently. In many ways, the goals of collaborative divorce and divorce mediation are very similar. Both collaborative divorce and mediation use attorneys to facilitate voluntary and mutual agreements on issues such as child custody and spousal support.
Collaborative divorce, however, has several features not found in mediation. Typically, both spouses formally agree, along with their Nashville collaborative divorce attorneys, to avoid a trial. Each spouse is represented by an attorney, with whom they can consult, individually, throughout the collaborative divorce process.
Call on Karen Cain for help with your divorce
If you are interested in pursuing a collaborative divorce in Nashville I am ready to help. Like uncontested and mediated divorces, collaborative divorces may also lay the groundwork for future cooperation on post-divorce issues, such as a child’s education. Call 615-256-2806 or use my email contact form for assistance with a collaborative divorce in Nashville.
