One aspect of the COVID-19 pandemic that we did not fully anticipate is a large scale closure of criminal courts in Rutherford County, Tennessee, and the rest of the country. As a quick refresher, the Tennessee Supreme Court issued a suspension of in court proceedings through...
Yes! Absolutely yes. As attorneys, we have two different obligations. We are obligated to fight for our clients to help achieve what is most important to them, but we are also ethically obligated to be truthful and honest to the Court. This is a common concern...
Short Answer: No! Under Tennessee custody laws, the issues of parenting time and child support are completely separate. Courts do this so someone isn’t denied parenting rights simply because they have fallen upon hard times financially. Unfortunately, this situation is often abused, as many people who can...
The Law Office of W. Scott Kimberly has been voted Rutherford County’s Favorite Law Office once again, earning recognition for exceptional legal services for an impressive eighth straight year. Murfreesboro Attorney Scott Kimberly also received recognition as Rutherford County’s Favorite Lawyer. On behalf of our entire...
In criminal cases in Rutherford County, Tennessee, our clients often find themselves face-to-face with police, at a time where police are making a decision to press charges or not. We are often asked what do I say if the officer says I am being detained...