Child Support

Is There a Child Support “Loophole” in Premarital Agreements?

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 5/20/2013

Premarital agreements allow individuals to make agreements about their property rights and even with regard to future spousal support, although the latter involves complications and special considerations related to...more

Celebrity Trends: Baby Pre-Nups?

by Michele Corvi | McManis Faulkner on 5/14/2013

I almost spilled my coffee when I read the headline that Halle Berry was pregnant at 46 years of age – not because of her age, but because of the catch-phrase that followed: baby pre-nup. I have never heard of an agreement...more

“Rich Dad, Poor Dad” in Family Court

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 4/30/2013

Rich Dad, Poor Dad is a book by Robert Kiyosaki. The book advocates financial independence through investing, real estate, owning businesses and increasing one’s financial intelligence. This of course sounds good, but many...more

When Fault Enters a No-Fault Divorce

by Boyer, Dawson & St. Pierre on 4/26/2013

Michigan is a no-fault divorce state. This simply means that you don’t need to prove any fault on the part of your spouse as grounds for a divorce. For example you needn't show that your spouse was cheating on you, that your...more

How to Get Your Child Support Payments Modified

by Law Office of Steven M. Bishop on 4/19/2013

Point guard Steve Nash of the LA Lakers reportedly asked his attorney to go to court to prevent his ex-wife from picking up his family and following him from Phoenix, where they currently reside, to Los Angeles. One theory...more

Civilized Divorce through Mediation [Video]

by Lawline.com on 4/18/2013

A longstanding client calls to tell you that his marriage is falling apart, and that his wife wants a divorce. Inasmuch as you have represented both the client and his wife on previous occasions, you now feel uncomfortable...more

Child Support Law Strengthened

by Howard Ankin on 4/2/2013

The goal in determining and providing child support is to ensure that every child receives the financial support necessary to enable them to lead a happy and healthy life regardless of the marital status of their parents....more

Argument Report: How Should a Workers' Compensation Settlement Be Handled in Calculating Child Support?

by Sedgwick LLP on 3/25/2013

Last week, the Illinois Supreme Court heard oral argument in Mayfield v. Mayfield, which presents several issues regarding the proper handling of lump sum workers' compensation payments for purposes of calculating a party's...more

A Busy Day of Civil Arguments at the Illinois Supreme Court

by Kirk Jenkins | Sedgwick LLP on 3/19/2013

Tomorrow will be a busy day for the Illinois Supreme Court's civil docket, with five cases being argued, beginning at 9:00 a.m. They are...more

Clarification of Standard for Modifying Child Support in Massachusetts

by Nancy Van Tine | Burns & Levinson LLP on 3/15/2013

On March 12, 2013, the Supreme Judicial Court clarified the standard for modification of child support under the Massachusetts child support guidelines in the case, Morales v. Morales....more

How Do Georgia Bankruptcy Courts Handle Child Support?

by Jeff Field | Jeff Field & Associates on 3/8/2013

Although each state may determine its own bankruptcy exemptions, federal law governs the overall structure and purpose of bankruptcy law. In general, all 50 states must follow the same rule for child support and alimony...more

What Is A QDRO?

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 3/7/2013

Although the media focuses on their big spending, divorce and poor retirement planning are among the top reasons why most pro athletes go broke within 10 years of retirement. Retirement planning can be challenging for most,...more

Chapter 13: What You Need To Know About Excluded Debt

by Harold Shepley & Associates, LLC on 3/7/2013

Bankruptcy may be a "fresh start" but it may not leave the debtor completely debt free. Certain types of debts survive Chapter 13 bankruptcy and are not discharged....more

Michigan Employers May Charge Fees For Child Support Withholding

by Rena Pirsos | XpertHR - Partnered with LexisNexis on 3/1/2013

Effective March 28, 2013, Michigan employers may begin charging employees a fee of $2 for processing income withholding orders for child support each time a payment is withheld, so long as total fees do not exceed $4 per...more

Mississippi Considers Privatized Child Support Enforcement

by Aaron Kase | Lawyers.com on 2/19/2013

The Mississippi House of Representatives passed a bill last week that would allow the state to privatize its child support enforcement functions. If the bill becomes law, the state could become the first to fully privatize...more

Louisiana Casinos Collect Child Support from Deadbeat Parents

by Michele Bowman | Lawyers.com on 2/6/2013

It’s rare that child support obligations are fulfilled on time, every time, by everyone who owes them, and states are getting creative in tracking that money down. Some states are even resorting to the resorts: Louisiana...more

How Long Must I Pay Child Support?

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 1/17/2013

In New York State, generally, a child must be supported until the age of 21. However, there are a number of exceptions to this rule. When a child has not reached 21, but is supporting himself or herself, or is in the military...more

Financial Affidavits In A New York Divorce

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 1/15/2013

One of the many trying aspects of getting a divorce involves revelation of all the finances of both spouses. A financial affidavit is a formal document that lists what you owe, what you earn at your job and from other sources...more

Judge Forbids Wisconsin Man to Father More Children

by Aaron Kase | Lawyers.com on 1/5/2013

Lots of people who have children probably shouldn’t. For one man in Wisconsin, a judge has intervened in his personal life and banned him from having any more kids, under the threat of jail time. Corey Curtis, 44, was...more

State Law As To Unemployment Insurance Collections Relative To Child Support Overpayments Now Aligned With Federal Law

by Thomas L. Watson, II | Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart,... on 12/13/2012

The Department of Children and Family Services is authorized by law to intercept, encumber, freeze, or seize unemployment compensation benefits in cases where there is a child support arrearage or child support overpayment...more

Calculating Child Support In Florida

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 12/13/2012

If you have ever helped your kids with their math homework, you have probably come across problems like this: “If John has a monthly gross income of $5,000 and allowable deductions totaling $1,500 a month, and Mary has a...more

Divorce Tax Tips: The Ins and Outs of Filing Your First Tax Return

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 11/16/2012

The many changes in your life after divorce include new rules imposed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about your claims, deductions, exemptions and income. Divorce lawyer Bryan L. Salamone, Esq. gives you tips on...more

Tax Planning for the divorcing and newly divorced

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 10/8/2012

Tax planning and divorce sound like two unlikely partners, but they are not. This week’s blog post is written by Selwyn Gerber, CPA, who explains why tax planning is critical during and after a divorce....more

Taxes and Children of Divorced Parents

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 10/5/2012

As the noncustodial parent, you will likely owe child support. The amount is generally established based on New York child support guidelines calculations, with some room for negotiating a fair monthly amount. In addition,...more

Do I Need a Divorce Attorney?

by Virginia L. Hunt on 10/3/2012

One of the sad realities representing people with serious work injuries, is that the financial, physical, and psychological stresses caused by the injury or the claims process, often result in failed marriages. It really is...more

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Is There a Child Support “Loophole” in Premarital Agreements?

Celebrity Trends: Baby Pre-Nups?

“Rich Dad, Poor Dad” in Family Court

When Fault Enters a No-Fault Divorce

How to Get Your Child Support Payments Modified

Civilized Divorce through Mediation [Video]

Child Support Law Strengthened

Argument Report: How Should a Workers' Compensation Settlement Be Handled in Calculating Child Support?

A Busy Day of Civil Arguments at the Illinois Supreme Court

Clarification of Standard for Modifying Child Support in Massachusetts

How Do Georgia Bankruptcy Courts Handle Child Support?

What Is A QDRO?

Chapter 13: What You Need To Know About Excluded Debt

Michigan Employers May Charge Fees For Child Support Withholding

Mississippi Considers Privatized Child Support Enforcement

Louisiana Casinos Collect Child Support from Deadbeat Parents

How Long Must I Pay Child Support?

Financial Affidavits In A New York Divorce

Judge Forbids Wisconsin Man to Father More Children

State Law As To Unemployment Insurance Collections Relative To Child Support Overpayments Now Aligned With Federal Law

Calculating Child Support In Florida

Divorce Tax Tips: The Ins and Outs of Filing Your First Tax Return

Tax Planning for the divorcing and newly divorced

Taxes and Children of Divorced Parents

Do I Need a Divorce Attorney?

Civilized Divorce through Mediation [Video]

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