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07/18/2022

What to Expect When Your Ex Remarries

You ex has remarried. What now?

When your ex remarries, it can impact you legally and financially. For example, your divorce decree might change significantly. Learn more here.

06/21/2022

Legal Information vs. Legal Advice: What's the Difference?

With all of the websites on the internet with legal content, what is the difference between legal information vs. legal advice?

Legal information illustrates the law and the legal system in broad terms, and it does not provide suggestions about what course of action would best suit the facts of the case and what the person wants to attain.

06/01/2022

How to Prepare for Your First Virtual Conference with a Divorce Lawyer

Contemplating divorce? Information on how to prepare for your first consultation

Before your virtual conference with a divorce lawyer, collect financial documents, medical records, and keep a diary. Learn more here.

03/14/2022

Gaslighting: What is it and what to do about?

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/gaslighting-what-is-it-and-what-to-do-about

mental abuse, divorce, revenge, manipulation, mental cruelty, divorce games, divorce wars

03/08/2022

Thinking of Proposing For the Second Time? Also Propose a Prenup

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/thinking-of-proposing-for-the-second-time-also-propose-a-prenup

If you are thinking of proposing for the second time, remember that a second marriage comes with legal implications. Propose a prenup!

01/26/2022

12/14/2021

Congratulations Steve for being selected as a 2021 Super Lawyer!

12/14/2021

7 Tips for Co-parenting With a Challenging, Narcissistic, or High-Conflict Ex

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/7-tips-for-co-parenting-with-a-challenging-narcissistic-or-high-conflict-ex/

Co-parenting with a high-conflict ex is difficult. Set boundaries with your ex, and keep your child's best interests in mind.

08/06/2021

Co-Parenting Communication Tips

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/co-parenting-communication

Co-parenting communication should be amicable. Focus on sticking to a schedule and building a strong relationship with your ex-spouse.

07/27/2021

J. Steven Anderson Law Firm, PLLC has relocated to the Renaissance Center, 1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 450, Memphis, Tennessee 38120. Our telephone numbers and email addresses will remain the same.

07/15/2021

Child Tax Credit Advance Refunds Coming Soon! | FamilyLawyerMagazine

https://familylawyermagazine.com/child-tax-credit-advance-refunds-coming-soon/

Starting July 15, millions of families will start receiving monthly Child Tax Credit payments. Your clients could be among them, and they’ll definitely have questions.

06/15/2021

How Divorced Parents Can Plan Ahead for College Costs

https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/how-divorced-parents-can-plan-ahead-for-college-costs

College costs can be a point of contention for divorced parents. It is important to understand your borrowing options as you prepare your finances.

06/03/2021

2021 Tips: Child Support & the Child Tax Credit | FamilyLawyerMagazine.com

How much does the American Rescue Plan affect child support in 2021?

The American Rescue Act introduced dramatic changes in the Child Tax Credit, the Child Care Credit, and the Earned Income Credit – but only for 2021.

01/06/2021

What to do After Divorce: 10 Important Tasks You Should Remember

What to do After Divorce: 10 Important Tasks You Should Remember

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/what-to-do-after-divorce-10-important-tasks

It is often unclear what to do after divorce to complete your financial and legal separation. Read about the top 10 post-divorce tasks.

12/23/2020

Meet the Challenge of Staying Fit During Divorce: Tips for Tough Times

https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/the-challenge-of-staying-fit-during-divorce-and-covid-19-tips-for-tough-times

Staying fit during divorce and COVID-19 can be difficult due to gyms being closed and new stressors in your life. Here are some tips.

04/24/2020

Understanding Your Concerns and Goals for a Divorce

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/understanding-your-concerns-and-goals-for-a-divorce

Knowing your divorce goals can keep you moving forward in the right direction. Here are some things you should think about as you go through the process.

03/17/2020

With the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) disrupting so much of our daily lives, we want to assure our clients that we are prepared to continue our operations throughout the duration of this public health crisis. We have instituted a business continuity plan that is designed to ensure our law firm's continued operation and uninterrupted service to our clients. In the event of an office closure or other disruption, we are equipped to work remotely while maintaining security and privacy.

Our hope is that the duration of this crisis will be limited; but regardless of how long it lasts, we have resources to service our clients and keep our people safe. We will continue to be accessible via e-mail and phone. The direct line for Steve is 901-259-5385. Jill’s direct line 901-259-5382.

Your partnership, friendship, and trust mean more now than ever. We look forward to continuing to serve you and we wish safety and good health to everyone.

02/17/2020

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01/16/2020

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01/14/2020

Attorney J. Steven Anderson, Family Law Attorney, Memphis, TN | Impact Makers Radio

In this episode on the Impact Makers Radio Show, “Let’s Talk Divorce!” series, J. Steven Anderson, Family Law Attorney at J. Steven Anderson Law Firm in Memphis, Tennessee spoke about how being a Family Law Attorney drives his passion for helping people in divorce to understand why Premarital Agreements are the best tools to avoid nightmare divorce and probate scenarios.

Attorney J. Steven Anderson shared some of the rarely discussed mistakes, misconceptions and common, but unknown pitfalls that people in divorce should be aware of when looking at their options for divorce.

https://impactmakersradio.com/attorney-j-steven-anderson-family-law-attorney-memphis-tn/

In this episode on the Impact Makers Radio Show, "Let's Talk Divorce!" series, J. Steven Anderson, Family Law Attorney at J. Steven Anderson Law Firm in Memphis, Tennessee spoke about h

12/18/2019

4 Tips to Help You Survive Your First Post-Divorce Christmas

This can be a tough time for a lot of folks.

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/4-tips-to-help-you-survive-your-first-post-divorce-christmas

How you feel at your first post-divorce Christmas is up to you. You can wallow in self-pity, or put on a smile and get the most out of the holiday.

12/17/2019

Going through the holidays can be a blessing and a challenge for any parent. When your family is divided as a result of a divorce or separation, the challenge is more complicated. If the parents cannot easily communicate with each other, the challenge can be overwhelming, and it can ruin the holidays for everyone. You almost always have to communicate with the other parent about holiday plans. Anger at the other parent can make you communicate strong negative emotions that only makes a difficult situation worse. I have been watching divorced and separated families get through holidays for years. Some do it right, and some don’t. Here are some tips for making your holidays go more smoothly by communicating more effectively with each other. Feel free to share this with your child’s other parent.

Communicate directly with each other. Share information about the kids other, non-family activities freely (parties at friend’s homes, or trips to see Santa during the holidays). Don’t use friends to let the other parent know what’s going on; it will drive them away. Never use children as messengers! It causes problems that they may never get over. You can use your lawyers; that can get expensive, but it is worth spending a little money to avoid starting (or continuing) a pattern of holiday hostility.

Be businesslike in your communication. Leave emotion out of your messages. Subtle jabs and self-righteous comments are unnecessary and harmful. They can serve to ruin an otherwise productive exchange. The other parent is likely to react to the angry words instead of the main message of the communication. If you want to vent about how bad the other parent is, do to a trusted friend or counselor. Or write exactly how you feel in an email, and hit the “delete” button instead of the “send” button when you are finished; then write and send the “businesslike” message to the other parent.

Be nice. It may be hard to do, but simply being polite is a way to keep the other parent listening to what you have to say. Once you get rude, the listening usually stops. It becomes all about you and the other parent, and not about the kids at all. Listening politely is just as important. If you cannot have a verbal conversation, you can say something like “I know we both want what is best for our kid(s), but we probably need to have this conversation by text or email so that we can each say what we need to say without being interrupted by the other”.

Don’t blame the other parent for what you feel. Take responsibility for your feelings by using “I” statements. “I get upset when you don’t pick up Junior after school on your days. I have to take time off of work, and it inconveniences my customers and coworkers.” Offer a solution. Say something like “If you can’t get to the school on time, call the school and set up a tutoring session for him.” Avoid using the words “always” and “never.” “You always do….” “You never are…” These are a block to effective communication.

Parenting is not easy. Divorce is never fun. Mixing the two can be horrible. Talk with the other parent. If not for your sake, for the sake of the children. The conversation may not be pleasant, but it should be productive. Like everything else in life, you get better at doing the things you practice doing most. Practice effective communication with the other parent.

12/03/2019

Steve has been selected for the 2019 Mid-South Super Lawyers list! Only 5% of attorneys in the Mid-South receive this distinction. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using peer nominations, evaluations and independent research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. The objective is to create a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for attorneys and consumers searching for legal counsel. Congratulations!

11/20/2019

10/16/2019

Had a great time time tonight at American Inns of Court meeting with Michael Luwoye, who plays Anthony Little on Bluff City Law.

09/20/2019

Divorce Mediation Basics

Mediation is one of the most frequently used methods of negotiating a divorce settlement. In divorce mediation, you and your spouse—or, in some cases, the two of you and your respective lawyers—hire a neutral third party, called a mediator, to meet with you in an effort to discuss and resolve the issues in your divorce. The mediator doesn't make decisions for you, but serves as a facilitator to help you and your spouse figure out what's best.

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/divorce-mediation-basics-36180.html

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An overview of using mediation to resolve your divorce.

09/17/2019

Psychological abusers don't go for the weak — they choose strong people because they 'like a challenge'

Psychological abusers don't go for the weak — they choose strong people because they 'like a challenge'

A common misconception is that abusers prey on the vulnerable.

08/21/2019

It's important to have the benefit of counsel from someone dedicated to looking out for your best interests during a divorce. Who is looking out for you?

08/19/2019

Financial Infidelity is On The Rise: Why Couples Keep Financial Secrets

https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/financial-infidelity/

Do you keep financial secrets from your spouse? If you do, you’re not the only one. Many Americans participate in financial infidelity. Learn more here.

08/15/2019

Why Social Media Triggers Divorce

https://madamenoire.com/1088406/why-social-media-triggers-divorce/

Even if it’s just perceived competition, we get a closer look—for the worse. If your partner has a coworker who you think has a small crush on him, you can look her up. You can see all of her hot b…

08/12/2019

Kindred Place helps former couples successfully co-parent - The Daily Memphian

Kindred Place helps former couples successfully co-parent - The Daily Memphian

Referrals from judges led to a new divorce and separation counseling program at Kindred Place that puts more focus on the emotional impact of separations on the children. 

08/08/2019

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08/07/2019

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08/05/2019

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08/01/2019

Happy to have been recognized again as a Top-Rated Lawyer by the folks at AVVO!

07/31/2019

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07/30/2019

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07/29/2019

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