Nashville Divorce Lawyer
One of the unfortunate realities of divorce is that spouses often struggle financially. As two individuals must now live on separate incomes and divide marital property, significant challenges can arise. As a result, divorce can often lead to bankruptcy.
If you are getting a divorce, bankruptcy may be a necessary means of resolving debt challenges. If you or your spouse files for bankruptcy, key steps must be taken to protect your rights. Your marital dissolution agreement should take the possible effects of bankruptcy into account if you feel that you or your spouse may file for bankruptcy before, during or after a divorce. If you and your spouse are unable to come to terms on a marital dissolution agreement and your case is argued before a court, you must seek a division of marital property and allocation of debt responsibility that take into account the possibility of bankruptcy.
Protect Your Rights
The best way to protect your rights is to retain an experienced and knowledgeable divorce lawyer. In Tennessee, you can rely on attorneys Jeffrey L. Levy and Mary Langford. We have more than 25 years of experience handling divorce and family law cases and have a strong financial background. Attorney Jeffrey L. Levy earned a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Chicago prior to becoming a lawyer.
We have experience representing clients in divorce cases in which one or both parties have contemplated or eventually filed for bankruptcy. We take a hard look at the financial realities of both parties in divorce and attempt to anticipate the financial realities of the respective parties when negotiating marital dissolution agreements or when asking for an equitable distribution of the marital estate in court. We use our experience and knowledge of the law to address our clients' immediate needs and long-term interests.
Contact a Nashville Divorce Lawyer
If you need to speak with a divorce and family law attorney, we are pleased to offer a free 30-minute consultation. For assistance, call 615-866-0235 or contact us by e-mail. We serve clients throughout Middle Tennessee.
