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Tennessee Parenting Plan

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TEMPORARY PARENTING PLAN

IN THE COURT OF COUNTY TENNESSEE

v.

Docket No.

Proposed Plan by Mother Father

OR

Agreed Plan

This plan was presented to ordered by the Court on

This parenting plan applies to the following children:

Name Birthdate

RESIDENTIAL SHARING SCHEDULE:

The mother father shall be responsible for the child(ren), except for the following days and times when the other parent shall be responsible for the child(ren):

From: to

every week every other week other

and from: to

every week every other week other:

DAY TO DAY DECISIONS: Each parent shall make decisions regarding the day-to-day care and control of each child while the child is residing with that parent. The parents shall otherwise confer with each other.

HOLIDAY and VACATION SCHEDULE DURING THE NEXT THREE MONTHS

TRANSPORTATION ARRANGEMENTS:

Transportation arrangements for the child[ren], other than costs, between parents shall be as follows:

STANDARD PARENTING ORDERS: Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated, section 36-6-101(a) both parents are entitled to the following rights:

(1) The right to unimpeded telephone conversations with the child at least twice a week at reasonable times and for reasonable durations.

(2) The right to send mail to the child which the other parent shall not destroy, deface, open or censor.

(3) The right to receive notice and relevant information as soon as practicable but within twenty-four (24) hours of any hospitalization, major illness or injury, or death of the child.

(4) The right to receive directly from the child's school any educational records customarily made available to parents.

(5) The right to receive copies of the child's medical, health or other treatment records directly from the treating physician or healthcare provider.

(6) The right to be free of unwarranted derogatory remarks made about such parent or such parent's family by the other parent to or in the presence of the child.

(7) The right to be given at least forty-eight (48) hours notice, whenever possible, of all extracurricular school, athletic, church activities and other activities as to which parental participation or observation would be appropriate.

(8) The right to receive from the other parent, in the event the other parent leaves the state with the minor child or children for more than forty-eight (48) hours, an itinerary.

(9) The right to access and participation in the child's education on the same bases that are provided to all parents.

SUPPORT OF CHILDREN:

Father’s gross monthly income is $

Mother’s gross monthly income is $

1. The temporary child support order is as follows:

a. The mother father shall pay to the other parent as regular child support the sum of $ weekly monthly twice per month every two weeks.

If this is a deviation from the Child Support Guidelines, explain why:

3. Payments shall begin on the day of , 20.

This support shall be paid:

directly to the other parent.

to the Central Child Support Receipting Unit, P. O. Box 305200, Nashville, Tennessee 37229, and sent to the other parent at:

by direct deposit to the other parent at Bank for deposit in account no. . A Wage Assignment Order is attached to this Parenting Plan.

other:

The parents acknowledge that court approval must be obtained before child support can be reduced or modified.

HEALTH, DENTAL AND LIFE INSURANCE and UNCOVERED EXPENSES:

These policies shall remain in effect during the duration of the divorce proceedings. The beneficiaries shall name the spouse and or child[ren] as beneficiaries of the policies. All uncovered medical, dental and costs will be split between the parties.

MISCELLANEOUS: If a parent fails to comply with a provision of this plan or support order, the other parent’s obligations under the plan or the support order are not affected. Failure to comply with a provision in the plan or support order may result in a finding of contempt.

* * * * *

Under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Tennessee, I declare this plan has been proposed in good faith and is in the best interest of the child(ren) and that the statements herein are true and correct.

Submitted by:

OR

Agreed to by:

Mother Mother’s Attorney

Date and Place of Signature

Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of , 20.

My commission expires:

Notary Public

Father Father’s Attorney

Date and Place of Signature

Sworn to and subscribed before me this day of , 20.

My commission expires:

Notary Public

It is so ORDERED this the day of , .

Judge or Chancellor

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What the Tennessee Parenting Plan Is and when it’s used

A Tennessee Parenting Plan is a written agreement or court-ordered document that sets out how parents will share time, decision-making, and responsibilities for a child following separation or divorce. It typically covers parenting time schedules, holiday arrangements, transportation, decision-making authority for education and healthcare, dispute resolution procedures, and provisions for modification. Parenting plans are submitted to the family court as part of custody or divorce proceedings and can be incorporated into a final order that is enforceable by the court.

Why a clear Parenting Plan matters

A well-structured Parenting Plan reduces uncertainty for parents and children, creates an enforceable framework for parenting time and responsibilities, and eases court administration when disputes arise. It serves as the baseline for enforcement, modification, and emergency decision-making and helps courts focus only on issues that remain unresolved between parties.

Why a clear Parenting Plan matters

Who commonly completes a Tennessee Parenting Plan

Parents, family law attorneys, mediators, and court clerks all work with parenting plans at different stages of a case.

  • Separated or divorcing parents negotiating custody and visitation arrangements.
  • Family law attorneys preparing documents and court filings on behalf of clients.
  • Mediators or parenting coordinators drafting agreements reached in mediation.

The plan is useful both when parents reach agreement privately and when the court requires a submitted draft for hearings or final orders.

Step-by-step: prepare and file a Tennessee Parenting Plan

Follow these sequential steps to draft, review, and submit a parenting plan for court consideration.

  • 01
    Collect information: Gather child DOBs, school details, and parent contact data.
  • 02
    Draft the plan: Create schedules, decision rules, and dispute procedures in clear terms.
  • 03
    Review and revise: Share with the other parent and, if used, with counsel or mediator.
  • 04
    File with court: Attach to petition or response and follow local filing procedures.

How e‑submission and filing typically flow

This overview shows common routing for a Parenting Plan from drafting to the court record, including signing and any required notarization.

  • Prepare document: Finalize the parenting plan in PDF or DOCX format for submission.
  • Sign parties: Each parent signs; use electronic signature if court and parties permit.
  • Notarize if required: Obtain notary acknowledgement when a court or local rule demands it.
  • File with court: Submit via county e-filing portal or in-person at family court clerk’s office.

How to set up an online workflow for the Parenting Plan

Configure a reproducible workflow to collect signatures, evidence, and file-ready documents for court submission.

Field Configuration
Signer authentication Use email link with optional SMS code for higher assurance
Conditional fields Show vacation sections only if chosen by parties
Template reuse Save a version for each county with local formatting
Notification routing Send copies to attorneys, mediators, and the court filer

Technical requirements for eSigning and eFiling

Confirm file formats, signer authentication, and court e‑filing compatibility before electronic submission.

  • File formats: PDF or DOCX accepted by most e-filing systems
  • Integrations: Connectors for Google Drive, Box, NetSuite, and Microsoft 365 streamline upload
  • Authentication: Email link, SMS code, or KBA increase signer attribution

Verify local court rules for electronic records and ensure records are retained in a retrievable, tamper-evident format compatible with court requirements.

eSignature pricing and feature comparison for Parenting Plan signing

Common eSignature vendors and baseline costs for routine Parenting Plan signing and small-volume e-filing workflows.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day trial Varies Varies Varies Varies
Bulk Send Yes (Premium) Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Essential data points to include and protect

Child identifiers: Full name and DOB
Parent contact: Current address and phone
Court case number: Include if already assigned
Signatures and dates: Signed by each parent with date
Notary acknowledgement: Attach when required
Filing receipt: Save court-stamped copies

Common legal risks if the Parenting Plan is incorrect

Invalid filing: Missing signature may void submission
Enforcement gap: Vague terms hinder court enforcement
Perjury risk: False statements carry legal penalties
Delay in hearing: Incomplete exhibits can delay court dates
Custody disputes: Ambiguous schedules trigger litigation
Financial exposure: Court-ordered fees or sanctions

Practical tips for accurate and usable Parenting Plans

Adopt clear drafting habits to reduce disputes and simplify court review.

Use precise schedules and locations
Write recurring parenting time in explicit clock times and places. Avoid ambiguous phrases such as 'every other weekend' without specifying start and end times and who transports the child. Clear logistics reduce misunderstandings and emergency motions.
Include decision-making procedures
Define who makes major decisions and how parents consult one another. Specify timelines for notice and resolution steps so disagreements can be resolved administratively without immediate court action.
Document communication rules
State acceptable communication channels and response time expectations for non-emergency issues. Including this reduces friction and gives courts measurable standards if disputes arise.
Attach exhibits and schedules
Add school calendars, holiday rotation charts, and medical contacts as exhibits. Referencing exhibits in the body of the plan keeps the main document concise while preserving enforceable detail.

Timing considerations and typical deadlines

Timeframes differ by county and case type; these entries show common timing checkpoints to track when filing a parenting plan.

File with petition:

Attach plan when you file the divorce or custody petition if reaching agreement

Response period:

Responding party typically has a court-specified time to accept or contest terms

Mediation window:

Courts often schedule mediation before contested hearings

Pre-trial disclosures:

Exchange supporting documents per local scheduling orders

Final hearing:

Submit agreed plan for incorporation at final hearing

Real-world examples of how organizations used eSignature for family law forms

Two representative customer experiences illustrate practical uses of online signing in legal and administrative workflows.

Optica Ventures LLC

Their legal team standardized document templates to streamline client intake

  • The interface is simple for staff and clients
  • COO Brian Fitzgibbons reported easier client completion and fewer back-and-forth corrections when standardized templates were used.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

Clinical intake and consent forms were digitized for distributed clinics

  • The organization used secure workflows for protected health information
  • John Butler noted responsive support and flexibility integrating signed records into clinical operations.

Frequently asked questions about Tennessee Parenting Plans

Answers to common questions about enforceability, electronic signing, notarization, and modification of parenting plans in Tennessee.


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