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I'd like to help!  Child custody can be very stressful on all parties involved.   I pride myself  on being organized and well planned for the single purpose of getting you the best outcome for your child custody case.

When determining child custody in Tennessee, the court will consider the following factors:

• The love and affection and overall relationship between the child and the child's parents or caregivers
• The mental and physical health of the parents or caregivers
• The child's preference, if the child is of a sufficient age and maturity level to make a reasonable choice (generally age 12 or the older)
• The parent or caregiver's ability to provide food, clothing, a proper education, and medical care for the child
• The child's home, school, and community record
• Any history of physical or emotional abuse
• Each parent's willingness to foster and encourage a relationship between the child and the child's other parent
• Whether a custodial parent has been found guilty of the intentional death of the child's other parent or legal guardian

Emily Leininger, Attorney, focuses on the following areas:

• Custody and Residential Care of Minor Children
• Child Support