Taxes: Divorce & Children

Taxes: Divorce & Children

In the words of The Beatles, “ ‘Cause I’m the Taxman…,” and because it’s almost the filing deadline (April 16 this year), the Taxman is here.  Marital and family status,

Taxes…A Small Silver Lining in Divorce

It’s not easy to find a benefit in divorce, but there are tax advantages which are beneficial, sometimes only to one spouse, but often to both spouses.  There may be

Make Alimony Great Again…or Not?

The recent sweeping tax law, signed by President Donald Trump, known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), among other things disposed of the 75-year-old tax deduction for the

2018 Federal Tax Reform and The Effect on Family Law

The tax reform bill currently making its way through the U.S Congress could have potentially seismic effects on California family law. The proposed legislation, which repeals itemized tax deductions such

Why Does Divorce Cost so Much Money?

When a couple gets divorced, one of the first things either person worries about is the cost.  While managing the cost is a reasonable concern, the reality is….here is the

Three Year-End Tax Tips

If divorcing your spouse is not difficult enough, those who are not legally divorced by December 31 must begin thinking at this time of year about tax planning as “married”

I Resolve to Divorce in 2014

Every New Year, many people make resolutions so they can have a fresh start.  For some, this includes filing for divorce.  Resolving to divorce is a significant decision which involves

Tax Planning in Grey Divorce

Grey divorce involves individuals over the age of 50 who are ending a marriage.  Because many people over the age of 50 thought they would be retiring sooner rather than