It can sometimes be easy to get caught up in bad behavior during the divorce process because it can be emotionally overwhelming for all parties involved. If you are in the process of or considering a divorce here are some simple dos and don’ts to consider before you do something that you later regret:

  • Do not abuse social media. Today more and more people share carelessly a lot of information on Twitter, Facebook and other social media websites. It can be very tempting to share your relationship and divorce frustrations in an online public forum so you must understand your posts can reach a huge audience including unintentional recipients.  Always look at the internet as being written in permanent marker meaning even though you may have deleted a post, it’s still out there in the ether  and can be screencapped or saved.
  • This may seem contradictory to advice your friends or peers give you but there is merit to limiting how much you involve your family and friends during your divorce. Of course, no one expects you to go through divorce alone, but it’s sometimes good to keep a neutral perspective by not letting the emotions of others affect you. It’s not uncommon for relatives, such as a mother or father, to have very strong opinions, usually supporting your side. While your parent’s opinion may feel great, don’t let it distract you from making smart decisions during the divorce. It’s very important to be aware of keeping the tension between you and your spouse minimum. Sometimes that may mean biting your tongue or not engaging in new fights.
  • Stop looking back and focus on looking forward to your future. It is very normal that you need time to digest and process what has just happened in your life as you enter the divorce process. Some people take longer to do this than others, but in general, after a healthy grieving time, it’s time to move on. The best approach is to forgive yourself, forgive your partner and start looking ahead.
  • While it’s important to not be selfish, it’s also important to understand what you want and areas you can find agreement in your divorce. There are many Tennessee couples that want their marriage to end amicably and with both individuals feeling satisfied.  However, it’s very crucial that you do not accept any decisions that you do not fully understand. This is where an experienced family law attorney plays a key role in the divorce process. Be certain you understand every word in the divorce agreement you will have to sign.

If you are considering divorce, contact our attorney Donna Wagner today to schedule your consultation. Ms. Wagner is experienced in handling all kinds of divorces, and we will work with you to meet your needs in each of these areas

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“I spoke with several attorneys and from the moment I spoke with Donna I knew she was the person I wanted to hire for a child custody case.

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Best decision I ever made in the midst of a divorce, from someone who asked for the divorce, was to hire Donna Wagner. I was facing an attorney who was representing my spouse, thinking all I had to do was sign the papers. No, they were attempting to get money out of me. Keep in mind we didn’t have any kids. Anyhow, Donna came in and shut it all down. I was due in court in a week and she got that continued. After going back and forth with the opposing attorney, Donna was able to not only get them to settle the case without going to court but have everything ruled in my favor. I am finally divorced and can breathe easy. Thank you Donna Wagner!

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I know for certain that If I am needing an attorney again in the future, I will be using Donna Wagner. There are so many great things to say about Donna. However, I believe what I appreciated most was how Donna handles special situations, and I assure you, my circumstances were just that! Donna was very thorough during my entire case. She was able to address my unique case but also do so with legal basis even though the courts may not always allow for such situations. Donna was very thorough each step of the way and was certain to not leave any stone un-turned. One thing I really liked about Donna was her fire. When situations arose, she can be more than passionate about her job and serving justice to those who deserve it. I also want Donna’s clients to know that she was very timely with me in her communications with me. Whether by email or phone, she was always just a call or a message away. When being in a legal situation, I know from previous experience, being able to reach your attorney means everything. I am more than pleased with the results that I recieved from Donna Wagner, and I assure you my case turned out better than I had imagined and even for a fair price. Donna Wagner rocks!

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I know for certain that If I am needing an attorney again in the future, I will be using Donna Wagner. There are so many great things to say about Donna. However, I believe what I appreciated most was how Donna handles special situations, and I assure you, my circumstances were just that! Donna was very thorough during my entire case. She was able to address my unique case but also do so with legal basis even though the courts may not always allow for such situations. Donna was very thorough each step of the way and was certain to not leave any stone un-turned. One thing I really liked about Donna was her fire. When situations arose, she can be more than passionate about her job and serving justice to those who deserve it. I also want Donna’s clients to know that she was very timely with me in her communications with me. Whether by email or phone, she was always just a call or a message away. When being in a legal situation, I know from previous experience, being able to reach your attorney means everything. I am more than pleased with the results that I recieved from Donna Wagner, and I assure you my case turned out better than I had imagined and even for a fair price. Donna Wagner rocks!

Maxine W.

I obtained Mrs. Donna Wagner’s services in 2012 to help with my charge of driving under the influence. I first called several other attorneys, but none of them were willing to listen to my case. Mrs. Wagner not only took the time to listen but went out of her way to be sensitive to my issues, respond quickly to my questions, and help me understand this unfamiliar process. It was clear to me from the beginning that she knew the system well and was very thorough in her exploration into my case. With her experience and knowledge of the Mt. Juiliet court system, combined with her adept use of the evidence at hand, she was able to get my charges significantly reduced. I could not be more happy with my choice of attorney. I am certain that I would not have had such a successful outcome without her guidance and skill.

Diana M.
Mt Juliet Law Firm
Mt. Juliet Attorney

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