Family Law Attorneys
We're your first source for family law and estate planning services in Knoxville. As family law attorneys, our practice covers all areas of family law, including divorce, custody and adoptions. We also handle probate matters, estate planning, wills, and conservatorships. We do everything that we can for our clients.
Our Practice Areas
estate planning attorney
Let our professional estate planning attorneys help you today. When your family structure changes after the birth of a child, divorce, or adoption, it is time to start thinking ahead and planning for the care of your children with a Will. We can also prepare advance financial and healthcare directives and Power of Attorney forms so that your wishes are clear and can be followed by your family and loved ones.
Divorce
Protect your financial future after a divorce by making sure your assets are accounted for and divided fairly. We offer representation in contested matters, including complex and high asset divorce law. For agreed and uncontested divorces, we will handle the paperwork and pay close attention to every detail so that your settlement is accurately processed by the Court.
Custody
Whether you need a brand-new custody agreement and parenting plan or need to modify an existing order, we can help. Your family is unique and deserves a custody plan that reflects the individual needs of your child. The best place to start when thinking about a custody arrangement is to review the official Tennessee Parenting Plan Form and call us to discuss your options.
Juvenile & Paternity
A paternity action is the process by which the biological father of a child born to unmarried parents is declared the child’s legal parent. This process is important even if the father is already named on the birth certificate. In addition to declaring legal parentage, each parent’s rights to custody, visitation, decision making and financial support for the child can all be established in a paternity action.
Alimony & Child Support
The financial impact of a separation for both parties depends heavily on what provisions for alimony and/or child support are put in place. How much you are entitled to receive, or may be required to pay, is determined by applying Tennessee laws, regulations and caselaw to your specific circumstances. Trust us to make sure you get the best result.
LGBTQ+ Family Law
We support LGBTQ+ families and are here to help with all of our family legal services, including changes to your legal name and birth certificate, adoption, estate planning, divorce and custody.
Adoption
Adoption is one of the most legally significant events that can happen to a parent and a child. Legal adoption gives the adoptive parent and the child the same rights responsibilities as if that child had been born to the adoptive parent. Adoptions come in many forms, including stepparent adoptions, relative or foster parent adoption following termination of parental rights, agency adoptions and more.
Conservatorships & Guardianships
If someone you care for cannot care for themselves or manage their finances and you are in a position to help, a conservatorship or guardianship can provide you the legal authority to do so. Contact us to discuss whether a conservatorship or guardianship is the best next step.
Prenuptial Agreements
You and your fiancé should discuss what expectations you each have about the money you have at the time of the marriage and any wealth you may earn or inherit later. It is important to make a plan to protect each of your financial interests not only in the event of a divorce, but also in the event one spouse passes away. Each state has different laws for spousal rights upon divorce or death which can result in surprises if you move. A custom prenuptial agreement eliminates surprises and is critical to protect both spouses.
book your initial consultation & case evaluation
Schedule online, email, or call West Knox Law today to book your initial consultation and case evaluation. For your convenience, appointments can be conducted by videoconference, and evening and weekend appointments are available.
Our Pricing
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Schedule Your Consultation
We are here to help with your family law needs. To begin working with us please schedule a consultation. The consultation fee is due upon booking & is nonrefundable in the event of cancellation. If you need to reschedule or would like to meet by videoconference or telephone, please contact us.
Questions?
Fill out our contact form for general questions. If you have any questions about a specific case, are looking for legal guidance, or need a consultation, please schedule a consultation.
