When Adultery is a Reason for a Tennessee Divorce

A Memphis divorce attorney for women is often helpful in sorting through the legal process and establishing the grounds for divorce. When you file for divorce, a valid reason is needed. For those who file for a fault-based divorce, one common reason is adultery. A person may choose a fault-based divorce rather than a no-fault divorce because a no-fault divorce based on adultery may take longer. Moreover, the act of adultery is often used when dividing assets and determining alimony.

In order to use adultery as the reason for a divorce, you must have proof. Thinking that your spouse committed adultery is not enough proof. Even an admission of guilt from the guilty party may not be enough. You must be able to prove adultery on your own, which is not easy. You need either direct or indirect proof that adultery has occurred.

Direct proof is considered a first-hand account of the adultery, such as seeing it happen or viewing photos from an eyewitness. Indirect proof could include love letters or hotel records. Indirect evidence may also include that given a particular situation, such as being alone with a member of the opposite sex, sex was likely to occur. Other reasons for fault or no-fault divorce also exist.

For more information, see How Much Can An Extramarital Affair Cost Under Tennessee Divorce Laws?

If you are considering a divorce, contact a Memphis divorce lawyer from Miles Mason Family Law Group. We offer our clients a personal touch and can help guide your case and offer advice to help you achieve your goals. Contact us today at 901-683-1850.