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At the Walls Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping people divorce with dignity. Our Tennessee Divorce attorney offers three affordable flat fee divorce packages to cater to your unique needs: Do-It-Yourself Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, and Collaborative Divorce. Our Memphis Divorce lawyer also offers Divorce Mediation services. All of our divorce services are available for an affordable flat fee. A description of our divorce services, what are included in each service, along with the starting prices are detailed on our website for your convenience. We also offer flexible payment plans to ease the financial strain that many people experience while going through a divorce. Our payment plans range from 3 to 18 months with payments as low as $100 biweekly.
We want you to be informed while contemplating divorce and going through the divorce process, so we have provided a lot of free information on our website to help you learn more about divorce in Memphis, Tennessee. Feel free to bookmark our website and browse it as often as needed. You should also consider downloading our FREE divorce guide entitled Divorce with Dignity. It contains an immense amount of information to help prepare you for the divorce process.
When you are ready to get started, please feel free to schedule a Divorce planning Session with our Memphis divorce attorney by giving our office a call at (901) 315-0559. You may also schedule online by clicking the following link: Schedule a Divorce Planning Session. We want the time you spend with us to be meaningful and helpful, so we ask that you complete our Divorce Intake Form prior to your Divorce Planning Session. You may click the following link to learn more about our Divorce Planning Session. The cost of the Divorce Planning Session is $100, but the information you will learn during it will prove to be invaluable. In addition, if you decide to purchase one of our divorce services, your planning session fee will be credited to the overall cost of your legal services. This will make your Divorce Planning Session FREE in effect! So don't delay, schedule a Divorce Planning Session today!
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By reading Divorce with Dignity, you will learn:
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12 important steps to take when contemplating divorce,
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How to determine whether or not you need a divorce lawyer,
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How to choose the right divorce lawyer for you,
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How to save on attorney fees and court costs,
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How child custody is determined in Tennessee,
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How child visitation is determined in Tennessee,
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How child support is determined in Tennessee,
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How alimony is determined in Tennessee,
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How property is divided in a Tennessee divorce,
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How to maintain control throughout the divorce process,
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How to reduce tension between you and your spouse,
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How to protect your finances throughout the divorce process, and
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How to protect your children throughout the divorce process.
The Four Core Areas of Divorce
Throughout the divorce process, you will have to make many decisions that may have an immense effect on you, your finances, and your children. There are four core areas that you will have to make decisions regarding. They are child custody and visitation, child support, the division of marital property, and spousal support. Click the links below to learn more about each of the core areas of a divorce.
Our Divorce Packages
Our Tennessee Divorce attorney offers three affordable flat fee divorce packages to cater to your unique needs: Do-It-Yourself Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, and Collaborative Divorce. Our Memphis Divorce lawyer also offers divorce mediation services. All of our divorce services are available for an afforable flat fee. We also offer flexible payment plans that fit almost any budget.
Our Do-It-Yourself Divorce package is available to anyone in the state of Tennessee. The Uncontested Divorce and Contested Divorce packages are limited to people in Tennessee who would like there divorce processed in Shelby County. Click on a divorce package below to learn more about that particular Tennessee divorce package. To learn more about Tennessee divorce, check out our Tennessee Divorce FAQs below.
This Tennessee divorce package is for the person who is comfortable representing themselves and just need a little help getting started. When you purchase this Tennessee divorce package, here is what you get:
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We begin with a confidential Divorce Planning Session;
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We draft your divorce documents;
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We provide you a copy of your divorce documents in pdf format; and
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We advise you on how to proceed.
Starting at $250
Do-It-Yourself
Divorce
This Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee divorce package is for the person who has reached an agreement with their spouse regarding the terms of their divorce and would like to have a knowledgeable divorce attorney representing them throughout the divorce process. When you purchase this Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee divorce package, here is what you get:
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Everything included in the Do-It-Yourself Divorce
PLUS
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We schedule a time for you and yours spouse to meet at our office to sign your divorce documents;
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We file your divorce documents;
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We schedule your final hearing;
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We represent you in court during your final hearing; and
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We provide you and your spouse copies of your divorce documents in pdf format.
Starting at $750
Uncontested
Divorce
This Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee divorce package is for the person who need help negotiating the terms of their divorce and would like to have a knowledgeable divorce attorney on their side to ensure that their rights and best interests are being protected. When you purchase this Memphis and Shelby County Tennessee divorce package, here is what you get:
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Everything included in the Uncontested Divorce; PLUS
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Representation from a knowledgeable and experienced divorce attorney to assist you with negotiating the terms of your divorce.
Starting at $2400
Collaborative
Divorce
Do-It-Yourself
Divorce

If you and your spouse have agreed upon all the issues and you feel comfortable representing yourself and navigating the court system, but you just need a little help getting started, then our Do-It-Yourself Divorce package may be right for you. Unlike the do-it-yourself divorce packages offered by document preparation companies, our Do-It-Yourself Divorce packages include a confidential divorce planning session with our licensed Tennessee divorce attorney, drafting of your uncontested divorce paperwork, and information on how to proceed. Thus, you are able to get the divorce advice and information you need from a knowledgeable and experienced Tennessee divorce attorney at a price you can afford. If you require assistance navigating the court system and you and your spouse have already reached an agreement regarding all of the issues concerning your divorce, then an Uncontested Divorce Package may be right for you. If there are any issues in which you and your spouse do not agree, a Collaborative Divorce Package may be better for you.
To qualify for one of our Do-It-Yourself Divorce packages, you and your spouse must meet all of the following requirements:
1.Agree to be divorced;
2.Reach an agreement on all issues without the assistance of our divorce attorney (including, but not limited to, spousal support, alimony, child custody, child visitation, child support, division of real property, division of assets, and division of debts);
3.Voluntarily sign all uncontested divorce documents without service of process;
4. Voluntarily complete the mandatory Parent Educational Seminar if the parties have minor or dependent children together; and
5.Be fully aware of each other’s assets, debts, income, and financial interests.
When you purchase one of our Do-It-Yourself Divorce Packages, here's what you get:
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We begin with a confidential divorce strategy planning session with our Memphis divorce attorney;
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We inform you how to proceed with your Tennessee divorce;
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We prepare your uncontested divorce documents based off your answers in the intake questionnaire; and
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We provide you with a copy of your Tennessee uncontested divorce documents in pdf format.
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We provide you access to our e-book entitled "About Divorce: A Guide for Clients".
Do-It-Yourself Divorce Packages prices: The prices for our Do-It-Yourself Divorce packages vary depending on:
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Whether or not you and your spouse have minor or dependent children together;
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Whether you and your spouse have marital assets and/or marital debts; and
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The complexity of your case.
Starting prices for our Tennessee Do-It-Yourself Divorce Packages:
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No minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $250
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No minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $350
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With minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $450
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With minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $550
Our Memphis and Shelby County divorce packages do not include filing fees, court costs, or expenses. The filing fee/ expenses for a divorce with children in Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee is $425. The filing fee/ expenses for a divorce without children in Memphis and Shelby, County Tennessee is $325. The filing fees are paid to the court clerk. Click here to learn more about what our Do-It--Yourself Divorce Packages include or click here to schedule a Divorce Planning Session with our Memphis divorce attorney.
Uncontested Divorce

An uncontested divorce is a divorce in which both of the parties have already reached an agreement regarding all issues, including, but not limited to, spousal support, alimony, child support, child visitation, child custody, timesharing, distribution of marital debts, and distribution of marital assets. Uncontested divorces tend to be more cost efficient, less drawn out, and less hostile than a contested divorce.
Our Uncontested Divorce Packages are appropriate when you and your spouse have already sat down together and agreed on all the issues. These packages include a confidential divorce strategy planning session with our knowledgeable divorce attorney, uncontested divorce paperwork, the filing of your uncontested divorce paper work, and representation at your uncontested divorce hearing. When you purchase one of our Deluxe Uncontested Divorce Packages, a Marital Dissolution Agreement, Agreed Permanent Parenting Plan(if you and your spouse have minor or dependent children together), and Final Decree of Divorce must be signed by both parties before the Complaint for Divorce is filed with the court clerk.
If there are any issues in which you and your spouse do not agree, a Collaborative Divorce Package may be better for you. If you and your spouse have agreed upon all the issues and you feel comfortable representing yourself, and just need a little help getting started, an Do-It-Yourself Divorce Package may be right for you.
To qualify for one of our Uncontested Divorce packages, you and your spouse must meet all of the following requirements:
1.Agree to be divorced;
2.Reach an agreement on all issues without the assistance of our divorce attorney (Including, but not limited to, spousal support, alimony, child custody, child visitation, child support, division of real property, division of assets, and division of debts.);
3.Voluntarily sign all uncontested divorce documents without service of process;
4. Voluntarily complete the mandatory Parent Educational Seminar if the parties have minor or dependent children together; and
5. Be fully aware of each other’s assets, debts, income, and financial interests.
When you purchase one of our Uncontested Divorce Packages, here's what you get:
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We begin with a confidential divorce strategy planning session with our Memphis divorce attorney;
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We inform you how to proceed;
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We prepare your uncontested divorce documents based off your answers in the intake questionnaire;
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We provide you with a copy of your uncontested divorce documents in pdf format for review;
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We schedule a time for you and your spouse to come to our office to execute your uncontested divorce documents;
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We provide you with a copy of your executed uncontested divorce documents in pdf format;
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We file your uncontested divorce documents(filing fee not included);
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We schedule your final uncontested divorce hearing;
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We prepare for your final uncontested divorce hearing;
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We represent you in court during your final uncontested divorce hearing;
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We provide you a copy of your final decree of divorce in pdf format;
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We provide you access to our e-book entitled "About Divorce: A Guide for Clients".
Uncontested Divorce Packages prices: The prices for our Uncontested Divorce packages vary depending on:
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Whether or not you and your spouse have minor or dependent children together;
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Whether you and your spouse have joint assets and/or joint debts; and
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The complexity of your case.
Starting prices for our Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee Uncontested Divorce Packages:
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No minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $750
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No minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $850
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With minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $950
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With minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $1050
Our Memphis and Shelby County Uncontested Divorce packages do not include filing fees, court costs, or expenses. The filing fee/ expenses for a divorce with children in Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee is $425. The filing fee/ expenses for a divorce without children in Memphis and Shelby, County Tennessee is $325. The filing fees are paid to the court clerk. Click here to learn more about our Uncontested Divorce Packages or click here to schedule a divorce planning session with our Memphis divorce attorney.
Collaborative Divorce

Collaborative divorce is a legal process that enables couples who have decided to separate or end their marriage to work with their lawyers and other family professionals, such as counselors and accountants, in order to avoid the uncertain outcome of court and achieve a settlement that best meets the specific needs of both parties and their children without the underlying threat of litigation. A collaborative divorce is usually the most cost effective, quickest, and peaceful way to resolve a contested divorce. A contested divorce is a divorce in which the parties have not reached an agreement regarding all the issues of their divorce, including, but not limited to, spousal support, alimony, child support, child visitation, child custody, timesharing, distribution of marital debts, and distribution of marital assets. Our Collaborative Divorce Package is for the person who wants to divorce with dignity and is willing to utilize alternative dispute resolution methods to negotiate a divorce settlement with their spouse prior to initiating divorce litigation. When you purchase one of our Collaborative Divorce Packages, our divorce attorney will attempt to negotiate a fair and reasonable divorce settlement with your spouse or their attorney prior to filing a Complaint for Divorce with the court. When you purchase one of our flat fee Collaborative Divorce Packages, you will be charged one flat fee for us to handle your divorce case from the beginning until the conclusion of mediation, as the majority of divorce cases are resolved during mediation. If a divorce settlement is reached, your divorce will be filed with the court as an uncontested divorce. If a divorce settlement is not reached, then you may pursue other alternative dispute resolution methods or additional mediation sessions for an additional fee.
We prefer this method because divorcing spouses are typically required to participate in mediation before having a contested divorce trial. Attempting to reach an agreement before filing a Complaint for Divorce enable spouses to work together to reach a fair and reasonable divorce agreement without the stress and expenses of a unnecessary adversarial divorce litigation. Another benefit of this process, is that it allows divorcing spouses to maintain some privacy, as all pleading that are typically filed during divorce litigation are of public record. By reaching an agreement prior to initiating the legal proceeding, divorcing spouses are able to bypass filing adversarial pleading with the court that airs all of their dirty laundry. In addition, this method provides some predictability to the divorce process, which allows us to assist our clients with resolving your contested divorce for a fixed fee agreed to in advance! Please note that litigated divorces average about from $15,000 to $30,000 in legal fees. Thus, prior to deciding to litigate your divorce you should ensure that you are emotionally and financially prepared to do so. We require a minimum retainer of $3,500 for a litigated contested divorce.
If there are not any issues in which you and your spouse do not agree, an Uncontested Divorce Package may be better for you. If you and your spouse have agreed upon all the issues and you feel comfortable representing yourself, and just need a little help getting started, a Do-It-Yourself Divorce Package may be right for you.
To qualify for one of our Collaborative Divorce packages, you and your spouse must meet all of the following requirements:
1. Voluntarily disclose your assets, debts, income, and financial interests to one another;
2. Be willing to utilize alternative dispute resolution methods to reach a fair and reasonable divorce settlement;
3. Voluntarily sign all uncontested divorce documents detailing the negotiated agreement;
4. Waive service of process; and
5. Attend the mandatory Parent Educational Seminar if the parties have minor children together.
When you purchase one of our Collaborative Divorce Packages, here's what you get:
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We begin with a confidential divorce planning session with our Memphis divorce attorney;
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We inform you how to proceed;
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We contact your spouse to request that your spouse and his/her attorney (if represented) participate in an informal divorce settlement conference (also known as a 4-way meeting) to attempt to negotiate a divorce settlement;
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We schedule your divorce settlement conference;
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We represent you during your divorce settlement conference;
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We contact your spouse to request that your spouse and his/her attorney (if represented) participate in a divorce mediation to attempt to reach an agreement with the help of a neutral third party (known as a mediator) if you and your spouse did not reach an agreement during the divorce settlement conference;
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We schedule your divorce mediation;
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We represent you during your divorce mediation;
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We prepare your divorce documents based off your agreement with your spouse if you reach an agreement;
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We provide you and your spouse with a copy of your divorce documents in pdf format for review;
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We schedule a time for you and your spouse to come to our office to execute your divorce documents;
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We provide you with a copy of your executed divorce documents in pdf format;
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We file your divorce documents with the court (filing fee not included);
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We schedule your final uncontested divorce hearing;
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We prepare for your final uncontested divorce hearing;
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We represent you in court during your final uncontested divorce hearing;
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We provide you and your spouse a copy of your final decree of divorce in pdf format; and
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We provide you access to our e-book entitled "About Divorce: A Guide for Clients".
Collaborative Divorce Packages prices: The prices for our Collaborative Divorce packages vary depending on:
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Whether or not you and your spouse have minor or dependent children together;
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Whether you and your spouse have joint assets and/or joint debts; and
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The complexity of your case.
Starting prices for our Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee Collaborative Divorce Packages:
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No minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $2400
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No minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $2800
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With minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $3200
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With minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $3600
Our collaborative divorce packages do not include divorce litigation, pretrial hearings, motions, trials, filing fees, court costs, or expenses. The filing fee/expenses for a divorce with children in Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee is $425. The filing fee/expenses for a divorce without children in Memphis and Shelby, County Tennessee is $325. The filing fees are paid to the court clerk. Click here to learn more about our Collaborative Divorce Packages or click here to schedule a Divorce Planning Session with our Memphis divorce attorney.

Divorce Prices
Retaining a divorce attorney at other law firms tend to be expensive and can put a strain on your finances. Our Memphis Divorce attorney understands that not everyone can afford advance deposits/retainers requested by many divorce lawyers and divorce firms. Our Memphis Divorce attorney also understands that navigating through a divorce without a divorce attorney is difficult and can put you, your children, and your finances at risk. Thus, to alleviate some of the stress that comes along with a divorce, our Memphis divorce attorney offers affordable flat fee divorce packages and flexible payment plans. Our unique divorce packages and payment plans allow you to choose how your divorce will be handled and take control of the financial aspect involved in ending your marriage.
When you choose one of our flat fee divorce packages you will know exactly how much you will pay in attorney fees and you won't have to stress about being billed for every phone call or e-mail that you make to our office. Your flat fee may be paid all up front or throughout a term of up to 12 months. You and our attorney will decide on a payment plan that works best for your budget during your divorce planning session. Our flat fee divorce packages allow you to know ahead of time what your attorney fees are going to be and pick the payment plan and payment amount that works for your budget. If you would like to take advantage of our flexible payment plans, then you will need to bring a valid debit or credit card, your last two pay stubs, government issued photo identification, and a copy of your last bank statement with you to your divorce planning session. Click here to learn more about our payment plans. Please note that if you do not prequalify for a payment plan, we may still be able to offer you a payment plan in office.
Our payment plans for our affordable flat fee divorce packages range from 3 to 12 months and are designed to fit almost every budget. The prices for our divorce packages vary depending on:
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Whether you choose an Attorney Assisted Divorce Package, Uncontested Divorce Package, or Contested Divorce Package;
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Whether you and your spouse have minor or dependent children together;
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Whether you and your spouse have marital assets and/or marital debts; and
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The complexity of your case.
Starting prices for our Tennessee Do-It-Yourself Divorce Packages:
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No minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $250
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No minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $350
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With minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $450
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With minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $550
Starting prices for our Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee Uncontested Divorce Packages:
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No minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $750
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No minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $850
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With minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $950
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With minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $1050
Starting prices for our Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee Collaborative Divorce Packages:
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No minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $2400
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No minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $2800
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With minor or dependent children, No marital assets or debts - $3200
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With minor or dependent children, With marital assets or debts - $3600
Divorce packages do not include filing fees, court costs, or expenses. The filing fee/expenses for a divorce with children in Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee is $425. The filing fee/expenses for a divorce without children in Memphis and Shelby, County Tennessee is $325. The filing fees are paid to the court clerk. Click here to learn more about what our Attorney Assisted Divorce Packages include or click here to schedule a Divorce Planning Session with our Memphis divorce attorney.

Divorce Payment Plans
Retaining a divorce attorney at other law firms tend to be expensive and can put a strain on your finances. Our Memphis Divorce attorney understands that not everyone can afford advance deposits/retainers requested by many divorce lawyers and divorce firms. Our Memphis Divorce attorney also understands that navigating through a divorce without a divorce attorney is difficult and can put your future and the future of your family at risk. Thus, to alleviate some of the stress that comes along with a divorce, our Memphis divorce attorney offers affordable flat fee divorce packages and flexible payment plans. Our unique divorce packages and payment plans allow you to choose how your divorce will be handled and take control of the financial aspect involved in ending your marriage.
When you choose one of our flat fee divorce packages you will know exactly how much you will pay in attorney fees and you won't have to stress about being billed for every phone call or e-mail that you make to our office. Your flat fee may be paid all up front or throughout a term of up to 12 months. You and our attorney will decide on a payment plan that works best for your budget during your divorce planning session. Our flat fee divorce packages allow you to know ahead of time what your attorney fees are going to be and pick the payment plan and payment amount that works for your budget. If you would like to take advantage of our flexible payment plans, then you will need to bring a valid debit or credit card, your last two pay stubs, and government issued photo identification with you to your divorce planning session. Your payments will be automatically charged to the card you provide in accordance to the payment schedule you and our divorce attorney agree to during your consultation.
Our thoughtful and affordable flat fee divorce packages and flexible payment plans are designed to fit almost every budget. The prices for our divorce packages vary depending on:
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Whether you choose an Attorney Assisted Divorce Package, Uncontested Divorce Package, or Collaborative Divorce Package;
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Whether you and your spouse have minor or dependent children together;
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Whether you and your spouse have marital assets and/or marital debts; and
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The complexity of your case.
No children mean that you and your spouse do not have any minor or dependent, adopted or biological, children together. No marital assets or marital debts mean that you and your spouse do not have any debts or assets together. Please note that an asset or debt that is listed in one spouse’s name only may still be considered a marital asset or debt. When you purchase one of our affordable flat fee contested divorce packages, you will be charged one flat fee for us to handle your divorce from the beginning until the conclusion of mediation. Click here to schedule a divorce planning session with our Memphis divorce attorney.
The Tennessee Divorce Process

Divorce Planning Session
Protect yourself, your children, and your finances by planning ahead.
When considering a divorce, it is important that you become informed about your legal rights and responsibilities so that you can plan properly for your divorce. We offer a low cost divore planning session to provide you with an indepth analysis of your situation, helpful legal information, and a divorce strategy tailored to your particular situation to save you time, money, and stress. The cost of our divorce planning session is $100. If you decide to retain us, your divorce planning session fee will be credited towards the overall cost of your legal services, making it free in effect. Our divorce planning sessions can be completed in our office, via phone, or via video conference. You may choose the method that is most convenient for you. You can expect your divorce planning session to last from 45 minutes to one hour.
We want the time you spend with us to be meaningful and valuable. That is why our attorney will email you a welcome packet when you schedule your divorce planning session that will inform you how to prepare for your divorce planning session. In addition it will contain a questionnaire that you will need to complete prior to your divorce planning session.
During your divorce planning session, our divorce attorney will:
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Review your questionnaire and other relevant documents to gain a thorough understanding of your particular situation;
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Talk with you to learn more about your situation, your concerns, and your goals;
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Share with you our thoughts regarding the strengths and weaknesses of your position;
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Provide you with information relating to alimony, spousal support, distribution of marital assets, distribution of marital debt, child custody, visitation, and child support;
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Collaborate with you to set realistic goals and develop a legal strategy tailored to your unique situation and goals;
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Provide you with an estimated cost of your divorce services; and
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Discuss your payment options.
In addition to providing you with legal information, another objective of our divorce consultation is to determine whether or not you and our firm are a good fit for each other. There are many reasons why we might decide not to represent you, but if we make such a decision, it should never be taken personally.
If we decide you are a good fit for us and you feel likewise, we will discuss your payment options, decide on a payment plan, and execute an Attorney-Client Agreement. If you would like to take advantage of one of our affordable payment plans, you will need to bring a government issued photo identification, your last two check stubs, a copy of your last bank statement, and a debit or credit card with you to your consultation. The payments for your attorney fees will be automatically drafted from the debit or credit card you provide in accordance with the payment plan you choose.
Please note that your divorce planning session is confidential and subject to the attorney-client privilege, even if you do not retain us.
Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce is a divorce in which both of the parties have already reached an agreement regarding all issues, including, but not limited to, spousal support, alimony, child support, child visitation, child custody, parenting time, distribution of marital debts, and distribution of marital assets. The starting attorney fees for our uncontested divorce packages range from $750 to $1050. When you purchase an uncontested divorce package, a Marital Dissolution Agreement, Agreed Permanent Parenting Plan (if you and your spouse have children together), and Final Decree of Divorce have to be signed by you and your spouse before your Complaint for Divorce will be filed with the court.
To get started, click here to schedule a divorce planning session with our Memphis divorce attorney.

Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative divorce is a legal process that enables couples who have decided to separate or end their marriage to work with their lawyers and other family professionals, such as counselors and accountants, in order to avoid the uncertain outcome of court and achieve a settlement that best meets the specific needs of both parties and their children without the underlying threat of litigation.
A collaborative divorce is usually the most cost effective, quickest, and peaceful way to resolve a contested divorce. A contested divorce is a divorce in which the parties have not reached an agreement regarding all issues regarding their divorce, including, but not limited to, spousal support, alimony, child support, child visitation, child custody, parenting time, distribution of marital debts, and distribution of marital assets. The starting attorney fees for our Collaborative Divorce Packages range from $2400 to $3600.
When you purchase one of our Collaborative Divorce Packages, we will attempt to negotatiote a fair and reasonable divorce settlement with your spouse before a Complaint for Divorce is filed with the court clerk. When you purchase one of our flat fee Collaborative Divorce Packages, you will be charged one flat fee for us to handle your divorce case from the beginning until the conclusion of mediation, as the majority of divorce cases are resolved during mediation. If you and your spouse are unable to reach an agreement regarding all issues in regards to the marriage during mediation, we will negotiate an additional rate for us to represent you during additional alternative dispute resolution proceedings and proceedings for temporary relief and the trial phase.
To get started, click here to schedule a Divorce Planning Session with our Memphis divorce attorney.

Tennessee Divorce Process Flowchart
The Tennessee divorce process differs depending on whether or not your divorce is contested or uncontested. The uncontested divorce process is typically quicker than the contested divorce process. An uncontested divorce can be finalized 61 days after it is filed with the court if you and your spouse do not have minor children together. If you and your spouse have minor children together, then your uncontested divorce can be finalized 91 days after your Complaint for Divorce is filed with the court. A contested divorce that is litigated typically takes a year or more to finalize. If you purchase a contested divorce package, then we will attempt to reach a divorce settlement before your Complaint for Divorce is filed with the court. This will allow your divorce to be filed as an uncontested divorce. Below you will find an outline of the typical divorce process in Tennessee.
Uncontested Divorce
Contested Divorce
Drafting of Uncontested Divorce documents
Review of Uncontested Divorce documents
Signing of Uncontested Divorce documents
Filing of Uncontested Divorce documents
Parties attend Parent
Educational Seminar
and provide attorney
certificates of completion
Do the parties have minor or dependenat children together?
Yes, the parties have minor or dependent children together.
Parties wait 90 days
Copies of the Final Decree of Divorce are furnished to the parties in pdf format
Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce is scheduled
No, the parties do not have minor or dependent children together.
Parties wait 60 days
Certificates of Completion of Parent Educational Seminar are filed
with the court
Petitioner attends the Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce
Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce is scheduled
Divorce Planning Session
Petitioner attends the Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce
Copies of the Final Decree of Divorce are furnished to the parties in pdf format
Is the divorce
contested or
uncontested?
Drafting of Contested Divorce documents
Review of Contested Divorce documents
Signing of Contested Divorce documents
Filing of Contested Divorce documents
Issuance of Summons
Defendant is served Summons
Defendant has 30 days
to answer after
being served
Did Defendant answer?
Yes,
Defendant answered.
No,
Defendant did not answer.
Motion for Default Judgment and Supporting Affidavits are drafted
Motion for Default Judgment and Supporting Affidavits are reviewed
Motion for Default Judgment and Supporting Affidavits are signed
Motion for Default Judgment and Supporting Affidavits are filed
Hearing for Motion for Default Judgment is scheduled
Petitioner attends Hearing for Motion for Default Judgment
Order of Default Judgment is granted
Wait 30 days
Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce is scheduled
Petitioner and a witness attend the Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce
Parties attend Parent
Educational Seminar
and provide attorney
certificate of completion
Parties' Certificates of Completion of Parent Educational Seminar are filed with the court
Copies of the Final Decree of Divorce are furnished to the parties in pdf format
Defendant's Answer
is reviewed
Informal Settlement
is explored
Defendant has 30 days to provide answers to requests for discovery
Request for Discovery is filed with the court
Mediation is scheduled
Parties attend mediation
Did the parties resolve all the issues during mediation?
Was mediation successful?
Yes, mediation was successful
The Marital Dissolution
Agreement, Permanent Parenting Plan, and Final
Decree of Divorce are drafted
The Marital Dissolution
Agreement, Permanent Parenting Plan, and Final
Decree of Divorce are reviewed
The Marital Dissolution
Agreement, Permanent Parenting Plan, and Final
Decree of Divorce are signed
The Marital Dissolution
Agreement is filed with the court
No, mediation was not successful
Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce is scheduled
Petitioner attends the Final Hearing for Uncontested Divorce
Copies of the Final Decree of Divorce are furnished to the parties in pdf format
Attorney and Client will discuss additional attorney fees for future services
Decide whether or not to continue on mediation path
If so, schedule additional mediations
Motion for Temporary Relief (child custody/child support/ spousal support)
Depositions
Additional
Disclosures/ Discovery
Pretrial
Trial
Orders and Briefs