Will U.S. Supreme Court’s DOMA Decision Change Tennessee Marriage Law?
- At June 28, 2013
- By Miles Mason
- In Family Law, News
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The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent DOMA decision affects all federal laws, but does it directly affect Tennessee marriage law? U.S. v. Windsor In yet another 5-to-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court held as unconstitutional a section of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) as applied to same-sex married couples. More specifically, the court ruled […]
Read More»6 Ways to Save Lots of Money in Your Divorce
- At June 24, 2013
- By Miles Mason
- In Attorney's Fees, Divorce, Divorce Tips, Family Law
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Divorce costs may appear to be increasing exponentially, but your Collierville, Tennessee, divorce does not have to break the bank. There are several simple techniques that can help keep legal costs down without weakening your case in any way. Maintaining Control of Your Attorney’s Fees Maintaining control of your attorney’s fees should never interfere with […]
Read More»Divorcing an Alcoholic Spouse
- At April 30, 2013
- By Miles Mason
- In Divorce, Divorce Tips, Domestic Violence, Family Law, Home
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It should come as no surprise that alcoholism is one of the leading causes of divorce. Studies show that while alcoholics are just as likely to marry as non-alcoholics, their divorce or separation rate is at least four times that of the general population. Being married to someone with a drinking problem can be an […]
Read More»Memphis, Tennessee Divorce Lawyer Miles Mason Sr. Is Avvo-Rated Superb
- At April 24, 2013
- By Miles Mason
- In Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Family Law
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Congratulations are in order! Memphis, TN, divorce lawyer and CPA Miles Mason, Sr., has received an Avvo rating of Superb. This top score of 10 on a 10-point scale was based upon his achievements in the law, peer and industry recognition, experience and years in practice, and professional ethical conduct. In determining Mr. Mason’s superb […]
Read More»TN Domestic Partnership of 20 Years Settlement Enforced
- At December 20, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Family Law
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Tennessee law case summary on domestic partnerships in Tennessee divorce and family law from the Tennessee Court of Appeals. Edmonson v. Wilson – Tennessee Family Law – Domestic Partnership Settlement Enforcement Kimberlie Edmonson and Terry Wilson met in 1987, became romantically involved, and began a relationship that lasted approximately twenty years. Ms. Edmonson alleged that Mr. Wilson had asked her, about […]
Read More»Rewriting a Will after Tennessee Divorce
- At August 22, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In After Divorce, Family Law, Home
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A divorce attorney in Memphis can be very helpful in helping you rewrite your will after you get a divorce, which is often overlooked. You may not want your now ex-spouse to be included in the will anymore, especially if you are in a new relationship. Going through a divorce can be such a draining […]
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