Tennessee divorces begin with the filing of a "Complaint for Divorce". This is a document that provides information on the parties and any children. The Complaint also outlines the legal reasons, or grounds, for the divorce.
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If you and your spouse have agreed to all terms of a divorce, and you have satisfied the mandatory waiting period following the filing of your Request for Divorce, you are eligible to proceed with a final hearing.
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In Tennessee, child support is computed by formula. Every court that sets or modifies child support uses the same formula.
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A parenting plan is required in Tennessee in any divorce involving a minor child of the parties who has not yet reached the age of 18.
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A Divorce Agreement, or Marital Dissolution Agreement, is a legal contract that reflects your agreement with your spouse on the grounds for divorce, division of your property and debts, and other terms of your divorce.
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The Complaint for Divorce is a legal document filed in court that formally requests a divorce.
Each state has requirements for what information must be contained in the Complaint.
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