Nashville, Tennessee Divorce Lawyers

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Lisa Millican Ewing
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Lisa B. Forberg
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Attorney
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney: Former VA. Prosecutor
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Matt Maniatis
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 5 years experience
(615) 366-1211 2874 Elm Hill Pike
 Nashville, TN 37214
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Immigration
Loyola University New Orleans
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Matt Maniatis is a partner at the law office of Saenz & Maniatis, PLLC in Nashville, TN. He handles cases involving immigration, criminal defense, family law, estate planning, and general civil matters. Matt is licensed to practice in all Tennessee state courts, all U.S. immigration courts, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Matt is also a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Family Mediator. Matt graduated in 2008 from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Criminology. He earned his Juris...
Morgan E Smith
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 9 years experience
(615) 620-5848 144 2nd Ave N Ste 201
 Nashville, TN 37201
Free ConsultationDivorce, Employment, Family and Personal Injury
Vanderbilt University Law School
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I am a Vanderbilt educated lawyer living in Nashville, Tennessee, and primarily practicing in the areas of Family and Employment Law (Plaintiff's side). I have been involved in litigation since 2007, with experience in complex litigation in federal courts. When I am not working, you can find me at a Preds game or watching the University of Louisville and Vanderbilt on tv.
Amanda J. Gentry
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 3 years experience
(615) 604-6263 4117 Hillsboro Pike
#103-134
 Nashville, TN 37215
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
Nashville School of Law
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Dedicated, Aggressive, Compassionate Attorney fighting for your rights.
(615) 604-6263 10-B Public Square North
 Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Audrey Lee Anderson
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(615) 244-3000 501 Union Street
Suite 503 - Fifth Floor
 Nashville, TN 37219
Divorce, Family and Juvenile
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
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Audrey Lee Anderson has been practicing Family Law since 1998. Originally from Missouri, Audrey attended Washington University where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in 1994. She then went on to Chicago-Kent College of Law in Illinois and received her Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1998. Audrey passed the Bar Admissions in both Illinois and Tennessee in 1998. In 2000, Audrey became a member of the Nashville Bar Association. Later in 2008, she became a member with the Williamson County Bar Association as well in Tennessee. Audrey's field of knowledge is with Family Law. She has help many...
James Lee Widrig Esq.
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 11 years experience
(615) 417-7800 500 Church St
#250
 Nashville, TN 37219
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Juvenile and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Roland T. Hairston II
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 4 years experience
(615) 428-7345 615 Main St, #108
 Nashville, TN 37206
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Nashville School of Law
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Every day, Roland T. Hairston, II helps individuals and families find resolution to their legal issues so that they can focus on their everyday lives. Literally, hundreds of individuals and families have benefited from Mr. Hairston’s services. Mr. Hairston graduated from the Nashville School of Law, where he finished in the top 1/3 of his class and passed the bar exam on the first attempt. Mr. Hairston graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a 3.75 GPA and a double-major in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. What sets Mr. Hairston apart as a lawyer is his personal attentiveness to each...
Sean J. Martin
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer.
(615) 800-7096 2122 21st Ave S
 Nashville, TN 37212
Divorce, Family, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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Michael Kerr Walker
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 7 years experience
(615) 485-3065 341 Harrison St.
 Nashville, TN 37219
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
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Walker Law provides legal services in Criminal Defense, Divorce, and Personal Injury Law in Davidson and surrounding counties in the middle Tennessee area. We are conveniently located in downtown Nashville, a couple of blocks from both General Sessions and Circuit Court. We give free consultations over the phone or by appointment. We handle misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, Uncontested, Contested, and Default Divorces, DUI, Traffic Violations, Personal Injury, Expungements, Background Checks, Driving While Impaired, Reckless Driving, Theft, Robbery, Burglary, Simple Possession, Felony Drug Offenses, Probation Violations, Prostitution, Vandalism, Evading Arrest, Resisting Arrest, Assault, and many other...
Johnnie Daniel Bond, Jr
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 14 years experience
(855) 426-6352 215 2nd Ave N
#300
 Nashville, TN 37201
Free ConsultationDivorce, DUI, Personal Injury and Probate
University of Tennessee College of Law
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In June 2006, Johnnie Bond started Bond Law as a boutique, general practice law firm in Washington, DC. Through Bond Law, Bond weaves together his transactional and litigation skills to provide his clients with comprehensive legal services designed to achieve success and add value. Bond's practice includes Accident/Personal Injury Litigation, Bankruptcy, Divorce, DUI/DWI, Business Law and Commercial Litigation for Government Contracting Companies, Contract Disputes, Real Estate and General Legal Services for Small Businesses and Start-up Companies. Bond Law also collaborates with Lita Rosario, Esq. and Wyz Girl Entertainment for Copyright and Trademark Infringement Law.
(855) 426-6352 1100 H St NW
#315
 Washington, DC 20005
Tarsila Crawford Esq.
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 8 years experience
(615) 417-7800 500 Church St
#250
 Nashville, TN 37219
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
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Sean J. Martin
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Tarsila Crawford Esq.
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8 years experience
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Irwin Jacobs Kuhn
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 32 years experience
(615) 321-5659 210 25th Ave N
 Nashville, TN 37203
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
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Megan Ross Bain
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 2 years experience
(615) 417-7800 500 Church St
#250
 Nashville, TN 37219
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law
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Christopher Kim Thompson
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 23 years experience
(615) 832-2335 85 White Bridge Rd.
Suite 300
 Nashville, TN 37205
Free ConsultationDivorce, Consumer, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Nashville School of Law
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A graduate of Nashville School of Law, Mr. Thompson has over 30 years experience in handling and litigating personal injury and workers compensation claims. Of the 30 years, 15 years were spent working for insurance companies. Mr. Thompson truly knows how the insurance company works. Mr. Thompson truly knows what it means to represent his clients. He knows what to do and when to do it. He will get you results you should be satisfied with in your case.
Brent Hessel
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney.
(615) 379-8472 2200 21st Avenue South
Suite 305
 Nashville, TN 37212
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Family and Immigration
American University
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I am a great advocate of the essential place immigrants have in this country. Not only is immigration the foundation of our history, but it is the cornerstone of our future success. I currently serve on the Board of Directors of the Tennessee World Affairs Council. I have represented dozens of clients before the Immigration Courts, USCIS, the Department of Labor, and U.S. Consulates in many foreign countries before the full range of immigration matters. I approach every client creatively, finding solutions to their problems while making sure that each client and their families understand their options and the consequences...
Carolanne R. King Esq.
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney.
(615) 298-7272 2126 21st Ave S
 Nashville, TN 37212
Divorce and Family
The Nashville School of Law
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Lisa Millican Ewing
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 9 years experience
(615) 244-1582 222 Second Avenue North
Suite 419
 Nashville, TN 37201
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Nashville School of Law
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Bruce Henley
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 3 years experience
(615) 784-8474 5543 Edmondson Pike, Suite 56
 Nashville, TN 37211
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My practice areas include drafting contracts and demand letters, criminal defense, family law & prenuptial agreements, personal injury & civil litigation, and wills, including living wills and powers of attorney. My practice is centered around Southern Davidson and Northern Williamson County, but I handle cases in other regions of the state as well. Don't try to handle a complex legal issue on your own, contact me and I will help. Even if you are not sure your issue is within my practice area, feel free to contact me. In the event I cannot help you I will do my best to...
John Wilks
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney.
(615) 800-7096 2122 21st Ave S
 Nashville, TN 37212
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Personal Injury
University of Tennessee College of Law and Nashville School of Law
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Jason A. Talley
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer.
(615) 790-0982 43 Music Square West
 Nashville, TN 37203
Divorce and Family
Nashville School of Law
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Ryan C. Davis
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 1 year experience
(615) 649-0110 1230 2nd Ave S
 Nashville, TN 37210
Divorce, Criminal, DUI and Family
Nashville School of Law
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A graduate of the Nashville School of Law and Middle Tennessee State University, Ryan is committed to helping individuals in Nashville and Middle Tennessee when the going gets tough. No one wants to need a criminal defense, DUI, or divorce attorney. But sometimes good people find themselves in bad situations. In those times, you want someone in your corner who is empathetic, passionate, and can vigorously advocate on your behalf. Ryan embodies these characteristics, and strives not only for favorable outcomes, but also to make the entire legal process as painless as possible.
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Megan Ross Bain
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer
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Amanda J. Gentry
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3 years experience
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Michael L. Freeman
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 7 years experience
(615) 916-1600 530 Church St.
Suite 709
 Nashville, TN 37219
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DUI and Employment
Mississippi College School of Law
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Lewis A. Williams
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer.
(615) 255-2893 1900 Church Street, Suite 400
 Nashville, TN 37203
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Martin Sir
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 36 years experience
(615) 256-5661 424 Church St.
Suite 2250
 Nashville, TN 37219
Divorce and Family
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Martin Sir is a skilled attorney with a focus on family law cases. His main practice areas include Family Law, Adoption Law, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Visitation Rights Admitted: 1980, Tennessee, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee; 1985, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee; 1987, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit; 1990, U.S. Claims Court Former Member: TN State House of Representatives Law School: University of Tennessee at Knoxville, J.D., 1979 College: American University, B.A., cum laude, 1976 Member: Nashville Tennessee and American Bar Associations; Tennessee Association of Justice (formerly TN Trial Lawyers) Born: Fayetteville, Tennessee, May 20, 1954 Married with 2 children.
Karla C. Miller
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 21 years experience
(615) 391-4200 631 Woodland St
 Nashville, TN 37206
Divorce and Family
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Karla Miller is a well-recognized Nashville divorce lawyer providing a wide range of family law legal services for clients throughout Tennessee. Karla C. Miller has devoted her entire career to the practice of family law in Tennessee.
Rachel Sharp Upshaw
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney.
(615) 391-4200 631 Woodland St
 Nashville, TN 37206
Divorce and Family
University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
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Attorney Rachel Sharp Upshaw has continued to distinguish herself as an associate at Karla C. Miller and Associates, PLLC. With broad experience in nearly every aspect of family law and more than 80 percent of her practice devoted to litigation.
Jennifer Sheppard
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer.
(615) 800-7096 2122 21st Ave S
 Nashville, TN 37212
Divorce, Appeals, Family and Probate
Nashville School of Law, Nashville, Tennessee
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Michael John McNulty
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 9 years experience
(615) 829-8250 211 Printers Alley
Suite 601
 Nashville, TN 37201
Divorce, Business, Collections and DUI
Widener University Delaware School of Law
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Bryan C. Penland
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney. 10 years experience
(615) 656-4067 1900 Church Street, Suite 400
 Nashville, TN 37203
Divorce, Bankruptcy and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law
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Randi L. Crawford
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney.
(615) 227-2850 4205 Gallatin Road
 Nashville, TN 37216
Free ConsultationDivorce, Consumer, Family and Juvenile
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Rachel Sharp
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Nashville, TN Divorce Attorney.
631 Woodland St
 Nashville, TN 37206
Divorce
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Thomas J. Drake
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Nashville, TN Divorce Lawyer.
(615) 320-1717 405 1/2 31st Ave. N
Ste B
 Nashville, TN 37209
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Todd G. Cole
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Lawyer. 8 years experience
(615) 490-6020 750 Old Hickory Blvd.
#202
 Brentwood, TN 37027
Free ConsultationDivorce, Appeals, Business and Family
Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University
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Todd Cole, founder of Cole Law Group, has a diverse educational, business, and legal background that affords him a unique insight into the issues confronting our clients. He is recognized in the Nashville/Brentwood area for his outstanding academic background, keen mind, skillful representation, and dogged determination to serve his clients well. He is licensed to practice law in Tennessee, Florida, Minnesota, and the United States Middle District for the State of Tennessee. Todd received his Juris Doctor degree from Nova Southeastern University, where he was recipient of the Dean's Recognition Scholarship, granted the Book Award for Torts, acted as...
Scott Allen Rhodes
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Attorney. 22 years experience
(615) 309-0400 750 Old Hickory Blvd
 Brentwood, TN 37027
Free ConsultationDivorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Family and Insurance Defense
Florida State University College of Law
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Parrish B. Stanton
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Lawyer. 25 years experience
(615) 545-2891 205 Powell Place
 Brentwood, TN 37027
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Estate Planning and Family
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Laura W. Baker
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Attorney.
(866) 812-8787 5141 Virginia Way
#270
 Brentwood, TN 37027
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Elder and Family
University of Tennessee College of Law
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Donna L. Green
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Lawyer.
(615) 567-6001 9005 Overlook Blvd.
Suite 305
 Brentwood, TN 37027
Divorce and Family
Vanderbilt University Law School
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Kimberly K. Schreiber
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Hendersonville, TN Divorce Lawyer. 17 years experience
(615) 288-4291 131 Maple Row
 Hendersonville, TN 37075
Free ConsultationDivorce, DUI, Elder and Estate Planning
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
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Kimberly is an Attorney with over 14 years of experience. In addition to trial experience, she is a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Listed Mediator in Civil/General and Family Mediation. Additionally, she has obtained the designation of Special Training in Domestic Violence Issues and is the Chair for the Nashville Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Committee. She has had the opportunity to train mediators in General/Civil and Family Mediation, elder mediation and ethics. She is a certified Elder Mediator and Elder Mediator trainer. Kimberly is an international speaker and has recently been added to...
(615) 288-4291 2494 N. Mt. Juliet Rd., Ste 200
 Mt. Juliet , TN 37075
John M. Milazo
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Franklin, TN Divorce Lawyer. 18 years experience
(615) 599-7719 Milazo Law, P.C.
109 Cleburne Street
 Franklin, TN 37064
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
University of Mississippi
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John M. Milazo has been practicing primarily in the area of Divorce, Family Law and Criminal Defense since July of 1999. If you are going through a Divorce, Child Custody or Post Divorce modification; or if you have been charged with a crime John Milazo and his staff can help you through the legal process. Both Contested and Uncontested Divorces are handled professionally and with personal care and attention to detail. Aggressive and Passionate legal representation can be expected from this firm.
Lisa B. Forberg
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Brentwood, TN Divorce Attorney. 35 years experience
(615) 767-5930 1612 Westgate Circle, Suite 220
 Brentwood, TN 37027
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
Santa Clara University School of Law
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Lisa B. Forberg, a Nashville TN area lawyer, is skilled and focused on using the best out-of-court alternatives to the traditional litigated divorce process. She helps her clients achieve their goals without the "unholy nightmare" of litigation, for divorce and post-divorce cases, and for clients with or without children. Specific areas of expertise and services include: Alimony and Spousal Support; Division of Complex Assets; Post-Divorce Modifications; High Asset Cases; Residential Parenting Time; Child Support; Parental Decision-Making Responsibility; Unmarried Parenting Agreements; Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements; IRS Debt and Divorce; Special Needs Trusts and Alimony or Child Support; Autistic...
Eric M Larsen
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Franklin, TN Divorce Attorney. 6 years experience
(615) 567-3072 342 Main Street
Suite 202A
 Franklin, TN 37064
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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As a former probation/parole officer and the son of a decorated homicide detective, my entire life has been connected to the criminal justice system. I've seen the inside of a prison, I know police tactics, and I've seen first-hand how our criminal justice system can be unfair. My passion is standing up for folks who need someone knowlegable and skilled in their corner to protect their rights. My passion for standing up for what's right is also delivered in the representation of folks experiencing the challenges of a Divorce or Child Custody battles. Having started my career primary...
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If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

Divorce lawyers also handle child custody issues, including multi-state and international child custody situations. Some divorce lawyers may be certified by their states as being family law specialists. Certification often requires that a lawyer meet certain experience and educational criteria.

Legal Custody: A parent with legal custody has the right to decide on the child's upbringing, education, and medical care. A court may grant legal custody to one parent (sole legal custody) or both parents (joint legal custody).

Separate Property: Property acquired before marriage or during the marriage as a gift or inheritance, or bought during marriage with separate property.

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