One concern that many divorcing couples share is the cost of getting a divorce. Even when divorcing couples see mostly eye to eye, it is difficult to reach an agreement without legal representation particularly if there are children involved or there are assets to divide, which may or may not be easy decisions to make. […]
Divorced Parents Vie for Child Tax Credits
With tax season in full swing, many divorced parents have questions regarding who gets to claim dependent children, which can have large impact on the taxes they will pay. This is not limited to the head of household filing status, but includes Dependent Care Credits and the Child Tax Credit, which can reduce taxable income […]
What to Expect from Your Divorce Attorney
During your initial consultation with a divorce attorney, it is important to ask questions regarding the handling of your case. The following are some questions you may want to ask to get a feel for the day to day handling of your case before making a decision to hire a divorce attorney: Who will be […]
Finalizing Your Divorce in 2018 May Save You Money
A reminder to those considering divorce…new tax laws will impact how spousal maintenance is treated beginning January 1, 2019, which can make a difference in how much money remains in the the family unit. Current Tax Laws and Spousal Maintenance Spouses who pay alimony that finalize their divorce on or before December 31, 2018 will […]
Living Together While Separated
Many married couples may be living together while separated, when in reality they are leading separate lives. In a growing trend, particularly among long-married couples, some husbands and wives do not move on even when the marriage is over. Their reasons for not getting divorced may include: One or both of the spouses may not […]
Can I Make My Spouse Move Out During Divorce?
During a divorce, you may want to stay in the family home especially when are children involved. If your spouse refuses to leave, there are certain conditions under which a court can order him or her to go, particularly if the other spouse or children feel threatened. You may request a temporary order if there […]
Legal Separation and Annulment
Many clients have questions regarding legal separation or even annulment as alternatives to a divorce. Legal Separation of Marriage If you and your spouse are uncertain about divorce, you may want to consider a legal separation. Sometimes a trial separation provides couples considering divorce time and space to decide whether a divorce is the right […]