Family Law Attorney in Franklin, TN

30 Years in Williamson County Courts. You Work Directly with Me.

Divorce and custody decisions carry consequences that can reshape your finances and your family for years. Dana McLendon Law walks clients through every option and explains the tradeoffs clearly, so you can make informed decisions from the start. With more than 30 years of practice in Franklin and Williamson County, I handle every matter personally. Clients speak directly with me, not with support staff or associates.

Looking for guidance on a family law matter? Call (615) 437-6320 or contact my firm online to schedule a free consultation.

Family Law Matters I Handle

Whether you need help building a workable parenting plan, resolving an alimony dispute, or protecting a father’s rights to access and involvement, I offer full-service representation for the full range of family law matters. Contact Dana McLendon Law to arrange a free initial consultation.

With over three decades of practice as a family law attorney in Franklin, I have helped clients resolve disputes including:

• Divorce, property division, and alimony
• Custody, visitation, and child support
• Fathers’ rights
• Parental relocation matters
• Post-judgment modifications of custody and support
• Contempt and enforcement of divorce settlement obligations
• Business valuation and ownership issues in high-asset divorce litigation
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Paternity matters

Why Franklin Clients Choose Dana McLendon

I’m the attorney you speak with, the attorney who shapes your strategy, and the attorney accountable for what happens in your case. There’s no senior partner handing work off, and no layer of staff between you and the person making decisions about your matter.

I’ve practiced in Williamson County Circuit and Chancery Courts for more than 30 years, handling contested divorces, custody disputes, and high-asset property division throughout that time. That depth of local court experience means I know what procedural requirements to anticipate, how to position a case for mediation, and when it makes more sense to take a matter to trial. I’m not afraid of the courtroom, and I don’t push clients toward settlement simply because litigation is harder.

A few things clients consistently tell me matter most:

• Direct access: When you have a question or something changes in your situation, you reach me directly, not an assistant relaying messages.
• Honest preparation: I explain what the best-case and worst-case outcomes could look like so you’re not blindsided at any stage.
• Focused attention: I make time for clients even when the schedule is full and the situation is urgent, and I give conversations the attention they deserve rather than rushing through them.
• Long-view thinking: I pay attention to details that affect long-term financial security and parenting stability, not just the immediate dispute or the next hearing date.
• Efficient representation: I use digital tools and a streamlined practice model to deliver thorough work without unnecessary overhead costs passed on to you.

I also handle criminal defense, which matters more than it might seem. Family law and criminal law intersect more often than people expect, and having an attorney who can recognize that overlap and account for it in your strategy can make a real difference.

Why Legal Representation Matters in Tennessee Family Cases

Tennessee courts divide marital property under an equitable distribution standard, fairly but not necessarily equally, and apply a best-interests-of-the-child standard in custody determinations. In both contexts, how facts are presented to the court can shape the outcome. I know how to present them effectively in Williamson County proceedings.

Family law cases here can move through several stages: initial filings, temporary orders, mediation, and when necessary a trial in Circuit or Chancery Court. I represent clients at every stage, and I explain what’s happening, what matters most, and what decisions will have the biggest impact so you feel prepared rather than lost. A few things representation makes possible that are difficult to manage on your own:

• Protection of your rights: I work to protect your rights throughout the process, not just at the final hearing.
• Clarity in a difficult time: Family law matters are emotionally charged. I bring steadiness and candor to situations where clients feel scared, uncertain, or stuck.
• Effective negotiation and mediation: I help you find common ground and pursue resolutions that work in real life, not just on paper, which can save time, money, and unnecessary conflict.
• Courtroom representation: If your case requires litigation, I represent you in Williamson County Circuit or Chancery Court and advocate on your behalf without backing down from contested matters.

Dana C. McLendon III can help you protect your legal rights and interests and move through this process with clarity. Contact my firm today for a free initial consultation.