Having Friend Present at Attorney Meeting Waives Attorney-Client Privilege

Tennessee case summary on attorney-client privilege. Dana Marlene Pagliara v. Timothy J. Pagliara The wife in this Williamson County, Tennessee, case filed for divorce in 2016. The wife was represented by an attorney and met with her attorney a number of times. During a number of the meetings, a friend was present, although they could […]

Judges Must State Reasons For Name Change on Record

Tennessee family law case summary on children’s name change and naming rights. In Re Lachlan B., et al. The two children in this Washington County, Tennessee, case were born in 2019 to unwed parents. The parents mediated the issues involving parenting schedules and child support, but were unable to agree upon the child’s surname. On […]

Ask Alan Podcast: Alan Crone Interviews Miles Mason, Sr.

Thank you, Alan for having me on your podcast! On June 26, 2020, Alan Crone featured me on his podcast, Ask Alan. In the podcast, we discussed my history, and I dispensed advice on co-parenting during the COVID-19 crisis. While covering my “origin story,” I explained the major influence that two people, my godfather, James […]

Unmarried Same-Sex Parent Had No Standing to Assert Visitation Rights

Tennessee child custody case summary on same-sex couple but not married. Sandra Ann Pippin v. Christina Michelle Pippin In 2011, a child was born to one of the parties in this Wilson County, Tennessee, case. The biological mother had been artificially inseminated after her partner, also a woman, had made the mutual decision to have […]

DeSoto Magazine Features Mason on Prenuptial Agreements

At June 09, 2020
By Miles Mason
In Family Law, News, Prenuptial Agreement
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In the June 2020 issue of DeSoto Magazine, Miles Mason, Sr. is featured in the article, “A Wise Step Before Marriage” by Jackie Sheckler Finch. The article concerns prenuptial agreements, with Mason explaining why they can be beneficial to both parties in a marriage, not just the wealthier spouse, as is often assumed. Prenuptial agreements […]

Job Search & Interview Tips for Law Students

Like & Share Video Transcript: Hi, my name is Miles Mason. I’ve been a family lawyer, self-employed for over 25 years. I’ve interviewed lots of law students. I’ve talked with law students about advice. I’ve yelled at law students for not knowing how to interview one damn bit. I’m going to go over some of […]

Shelby County Courts Reopening Update June 1, 2020

Thank you to the Memphis Bar Association for this announcement from the 30th Judicial District (Shelby County Courts): For more details, see this PDF file. The Tennessee Supreme Court has approved the 30th Judicial District’s plan to re-open in-court proceedings for civil, criminal, juvenile, general sessions and municipal courts. Since the courts are located in […]

COVID-19 & Co-parenting: When It Hits the Fan

At May 30, 2020
By Miles Mason
In Child Custody, Family Law, Father's Rights, News, Recommended Reading
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COVID-19, virus, parenting, co-parenting, visitation, and more. Chaos hits parenting plans requiring compromise and rational thought from parents. COVID-19 has changed just about every aspect of our lives. Daily and weekly routines have flown out the window. While family lawyers everywhere are without access to courts, clients are still calling us. They are asking many […]

Financial Abuse, Narcissists & Money: A Divorce Lawyer’s Perspective

At May 13, 2020
By Miles Mason
In Divorce, Divorce Process, Domestic Violence, Family Law
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What is financial abuse? What are examples of financial abuse? Financial control can be part of a nefarious plot and key part of making the victim feel impotent, dependent, and isolated. Because financial abuse is so damaging, it must be addressed in the divorce. Why does financial […]

Family Law is a Career with Meaning & Purpose

What is a Day in the Life of a Family Lawyer really like “in the trenches?” What do family lawyers do on a daily basis? Is family law a good career? What are the benefits of being a family lawyer? Reasons to be a family lawyer. This video is for any lawyer, law student, […]