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Tennessee Family Laws

Family law is a relatively broad legal practice area that covers marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, and other matters.

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Abortion laws, which vary quite a bit from state to state, also are included in family law. Tennessee marriage laws cover the types of marriage that are prohibited, the grounds for an annulment, the legal requirements for divorce, and how the state handles marital property in a divorce. Some criminal matters, such as child abuse and domestic violence, also involve family law. For instance, a victim of domestic violence may seek a protective order and perhaps a modification of child custody. Click on a topic below to learn more.

Learn About Tennessee Family Laws

  • Tennessee Child Support Guidelines

    Summary of child support guidelines in Tennessee and how judges typically make their decisions, including a list of common sources of income and how orders are enforced.

  • Tennessee Marriage License Requirements

    What you need to know before getting hitched in Tennessee, such as requirements for getting a marriage license, how long licenses are valid, and prohibited marriages.

  • Tennessee Child Custody Laws

    Tennessee law with respect to child custody and visitation, including the main considerations judges consider before awarding custody and grandparents’ visitation rights.

  • Tennessee Domestic Assault Laws

    Overview of Tennessee’s domestic violence, or domestic assault, laws; with information about what constitutes domestic assault and how victims may obtain protective orders.

  • Tennessee Abortion Laws

    The laws and regulations affecting abortion access in the state of Tennessee, such as the definition of illegal abortion, waiting periods, parental consent requirements, and more.

  • Tennessee Divorce Requirements

    The basic requirements for securing a divorce in Tennessee, such as state residency, requirements for a no-fault divorce, defenses to a divorce filing, and other grounds for divorce.

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