Divorce & Family Law in Tennessee

Tennessee offers both contested and uncontested divorce with specific requirements: 60-day waiting period with no minor children, 90 days with minor children. Filing fee is $259 (varies by county). Uncontested divorces cost $3,500-$6,000 in most Tennessee counties. Tennessee uses equitable distribution for property division and considers 15 factors for alimony determination. Nashville (Davidson County) and Memphis (Shelby County) have the highest attorney rates. Tennessee requires parenting plan agreements for all divorces with minor children, including a primary residential parent designation. The state allows irreconcilable differences divorce (no-fault) when parties have a written agreement on all issues.