Answers to legal questions

posed by the general public to Memphis Attorney Christina Burdette



What does a notice of appearance mean?

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Why am I being forced to take care of my disabled husband?

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Do I have a case against my health care provider for violation of HIPAA laws?

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Can I as a non-custodial parent file my child on my taxes if I pay child support?

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I need some clarity on my parenting plan...

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Is there such a thing as a competent pro bono divorce lawyer...

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Can an employee sue a company for being exposed to 'cop and 'zombie' shows...

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Can a manager in an at-will state be fired for...

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We lived in NY and have moved to NC, do we have to redo a our wills. is the NY will valid here...

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Do I have to have a attorney at a child custody case even though I can't afford one?

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What rights do I have as a step mother?

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Can I get half of my spouse's retirement(401k etc.) after being married ten years?

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I have power if attorney of my daughter in oklahoma but I need one for Tennessee how do I get one?

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Child Support - Am going to file for child support for 2 children I have full permanent custody of ...

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Do you have to have a lawyer to file for probate court? We do not have a will.

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Child support and adoption - Have recently been given full permanent custody...

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What kind of lawyer do I need for contempt of final divorce decree in TN?

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Does a child who has been adopted get notified when one of both of his/hers biological parents has died?

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Dose my boyfriend need to pay child support even thought were not married?

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If my name is not on the deed ?

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My divorce will be final before my child is born

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Several years ago, my mother put my name with hers on the house...

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My mom passed away leaving a will, but she had no estate.

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Son left out of will sisters have taken everything what can I do...

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Testators last will and testament leaves estate to his sons per strip. One heir died before testator.....

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Do I have to file taxes jointly if I'm separated from my husband but not legally divorced yet....

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My father passed away and had no will.....

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Help after divorce and reconciliation....

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Should my wife (bio-mom to my step-son) be....

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For the state of Tennessee what constitutes adultery for grounds for divorce?

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In the state of NC my sister wont sign...

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Inheritance Question - Is This Normal...

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Estate was entered into probate in 2013...

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Can I get an uncontested divorce for $500...

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..file a "no fault" divorce in tn?...

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More information on divorce, custody, support, and asset division.

Alimony Basics
Grounds for Divorce
Divorce Financials
Funding Family Law Actions.
Planning for Divorce.
After Divorce Name Change.
Divorce Protective Order.
Annulment instead of Divorce.
Divorce Parenting Plan.
Child abuse claims during Divorce.
Post Divorce Parenting Plan Change.
Social Media & Divorce.
Paternity claims.
Divorce Flow Chart
15 Divorce tips
Tennessee DIY Divorce Information
Tennessee Divorce Mediation Process
Tennessee Child Custody Law
Tennessee Child Support Law
Tennessee Child Adoption Law




Hire an Experienced Memphis Attorney

At The Burdette Law Firm we are competent, experienced and caring lawyers and parents ourselves, as well as being versed in business, tax and estate matters. When dealing with family law and other matters, we will provide excellent legal advice. We give our clients a great deal of information on the law so they can have the proper understanding to make important legal decisions. Family law in particular is an emotional process, and we always strive to ease the stress during this difficult situation.

Contact our attorneys for more information

After reviewing the above if you have questions and need our assistance in a legal matter, please call us at (901) 756-7878 or use the contact form to the right.



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