Is it necessary to submit a proposed Permanent Parenting Plan in advance of a contested divorce hearing?
Yes. If the parties have not reached agreement on a permanent parenting plan on or before forty-five (45) days before the date set for trial, each party shall file and serve a proposed permanent parenting plan, even though the parties may continue to mediate or negotiate. Failure to comply by a party may result in the court s adoption of the plan filed by the opposing party if the court finds such plan to be in the best interests of the child. T.C.A. ยง 36-6-404(c)(3). Check with your Local Rules for the filing requirements of your court.
