I just heard a discussion with a family law judge from Michigan. The focus was on parenting plans. It’s worth a listen. Here it is: The Roal of a Family Court Judge :: Divorce Source Radio | Free Audio Programs Related to Divorce Or, I can sum it up. 1. Put your children first….
Most of us know a narcissist or three. And we have all had run-ins with @$$holes. But did you marry or have a child with one? And why am I writing about this in the context of a divorce blog? Because the divorce process is stressful and sometimes this causes people to act in ways…
It is not easy to go through a divorce. It can be emotional, stressful and full of uncertainty. So just imagine how your children feel. Read the article below, which offers some guidance on how to approach the impending divorce with your children. Tell Children Divorce – How to Break the News to Your Kids…
Just read a great article from fellow family law attorney Henry Gornbein setting forth seven things clients should never say to their divorce lawyer. Henry Gornbein: Things You Should Never Say To Your Divorce Lawyer A few thoughts: These “things” are not unique to divorce law. Many of these points apply equally as well to…
Three common tax issues arise with children and divorce: 1. Dependent child exemption. As a general rule, the custodial parent is entitled to claim the dependency exemption. The custodial parent is defined by the IRS as the parent whom the child lived with for the greater number of nights during the year. Note – joint…
There are many issues to sort out in a divorce. When spouses disagree it is usually over children, support and money. In the process, spouses may overlook the importance of addressing common tax issues. The tax dependency exemption for qualified children is worthy of a separate blog. Here are the other top four: 1. Filing…