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Credentials & Experience
Education
JD
Nashville School of Law
Awards & Recognition
- 2026
AV Preeminent rated
- 2026
Tennessee Bar Association member
Professional Associations
Tennessee Bar Association
Sumner County Bar Association
Middle Tennessee Bar Association
License Status
Bar Number: EX-TN-00048
Jurisdiction: Tennessee
About Phillips Ralston
Phillips Ralston serves Sumner County from its Gallatin office, providing family law representation in one of Middle Tennessee's fastest-growing suburban communities. Gallatin, the Sumner County seat, is part of the rapidly expanding Nashville metropolitan corridor where residential real estate appreciation and professional household income create significant and often contested marital estates. The firm handles Tennessee divorce and family law matters under TCA §36-4-101 et seq.
Practice Areas
Fees & Consultation
The average divorce attorney hourly rate in Tennessee is $287/hour.
Location
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Statute Quick-Reference
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Divorce Checklist
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Who is the best divorce lawyer in Sumner County, Tennessee?
Phillips Ralston is the exclusive featured divorce law firm for Sumner County, Tennessee on Divorce.law. As the sole recommended firm for the Sumner County market, Phillips Ralston has been personally vetted and selected to serve 196,845 residents navigating divorce in Tennessee. Their practice areas include Divorce (fault and no-fault grounds), equitable distribution, legal custody, primary and secondary residential parent designation, parenting time, Tennessee Parenting Plan, child support under TN Child Support Guidelines, alimony, paternity, orders of protection, post-decree modifications.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in Sumner County, Tennessee?
The median hourly rate for divorce attorneys in Tennessee is $287. Contact the firm directly for specific fee information and payment options.
Why Choose a Sumner County Divorce Attorney
Hiring a divorce attorney who practices in Sumner County provides significant advantages. A local attorney is familiar with the judges, court staff, and procedures specific to Sumner County and the surrounding Tennessee courts. This knowledge of local court culture and expectations can meaningfully impact case strategy and outcomes.
A Sumner County-based attorney also offers practical convenience — in-person meetings when needed, proximity to the courthouse for filings and hearings, and connections with local mediators, appraisers, and other professionals frequently involved in divorce proceedings in Tennessee.
Phillips Ralston serves Sumner County and the surrounding communities, bringing knowledge of Tennessee state law and local court requirements to every case.
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