Family Law
About Parenting Plans in Tennessee - HELP4TN Blog
When married parents start the process of divorce or legal separation, a permanent parenting plan will be made a part of the final decree. Unmarried parents can also ask the courts to enact a...
Child Custody
Below you will find links to resources that provide information about child custody. You can also find links to forms to help you get an expungement without a lawyer, if you're eligible. Some...
Child Support
These links have resources on getting child support, paying child support, and changing a child support order.
Child Support Information
Not Getting Child Support?
This booklet fromLegal...
Divorce
For legal information about divorces in Tennessee or how to use Tennessee divorce forms, use the resources below.
Divorce in TN (Booklets):
Getting a Divorce?
This helpful resource...
Domestic Violence Information
The booklets and contact information below can help you learn about orders of protection. If you are in fear for your safety always call 911.
Legal Information: Booklets
Domestic and...
Families First - Resources for Struggling Families
The links below will give you information on getting help with bills and food when you have money trouble.
Statewide Social Services Resources
Department of Human Services (DHS)
Going to Juvenile Court
Below you will find links to resources about going to Juvenile Court in Tennessee. Additionally, you can find information on how to seek aid from a lawyer, if needed. Some areas of the state have...
Grandparent Visitation Rights in Tennessee - HELP4TN Blog
Tennessee law allows parents to decide who can and cannot see their children. Parents can even say that grandparents are not allowed to see the children, and the law says that is ok. Courts only...
How A Legal Wellness Checkup Can Help You - HELP4TN Blog
Do you know how to protect yourself from legal problems? You can take charge of your legal wellness using HELP4TN’s free Legal Wellness Checkup.
How Does the Legal Wellness Checkup...
How to Find the Right Lawyer for You - HELP4TN Blog
There may come a time when you need to find a lawyer to help you with a legal problem, such as a car accident, eviction, or order of protection. There are many different ways you can find a lawyer...
Introduction to Parent Custody Rights - HELP4TN Blog
Generally, parents have the right to decide the care, custody and control of their own children. With that right comes the responsibility to support those children and raise them to adulthood.
Learn About Parenting Plans
Learn about parenting plans in Tennessee and find statewide social services resources to help you navigate parenting. This information can be helpful if you are in a custody battle or getting a...
Orders of Protection
An Order of Protection is a paper signed by a judge to help protect you from harassment or abuse. You can find useful information about Orders of Protection in Tennessee below. Learn about getting...
Special Education, Youth, and Juvenile Justice
This page has information on emancipation, special education, and what to do if your kid is having trouble in school.
Legal Information: Booklets
Emancipation Information
This link will...
Statewide Resources for Children
Below you will find links to information about statewide resources for children in Tennessee.
Kid Central
Kid Central is a one-stop shop for Tennessee families to connect with...
What You Need to Know Before Going to Court- HELP4TN Blog
When you receive notice from court that you are being sued, or if you are suing someone else, going to court can be intimidating. You can use this guide to learn more about what to expect in...
