Tennessee Divorce Process Guide

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Summary

In Tennessee, grounds for divorce include irreconcilable differences and inappropriate marital conduct. To file for divorce, complete the required court forms, file them at your local courthouse, serve your spouse, and attend the court hearing. If your spouse refuses to sign the papers, you can proceed with a contested divorce by proving your grounds in court. Legal Aid of East Tennessee offers free legal help to eligible individuals; contact them at 1-800-821-1312 for assistance.

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I need a divorce
Hello ****. I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me in which state you reside? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Tennessee
Hello ****, in Tennessee, grounds for divorce include irreconcilable differences and inappropriate marital conduct. To file for a divorce:
*. Fill out the required court forms.
*. File the forms at your local courthouse.
*. Serve your spouse with the divorce papers.
*. Attend the court hearing.
Please consult a lawyer for detailed guidance.
Ok it's not that easy I was abused for many years and he won't sign the papers
I'm so sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Tennessee, if your spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers, you can still proceed with a "contested divorce". You will need to prove your grounds for divorce in court. Please consult with a lawyer for further guidance.
Can u hook me up with legal aid here
Sure, ****. Legal Aid of East Tennessee provides free legal help to eligible individuals. You can reach them at *-*-*-*. Please remember, they might require proof of income to determine eligibility. I strongly recommend contacting them for assistance.
Thank u
You're welcome, ****. If you have any other legal questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Wishing you all the best in your situation.