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Are the Family Courts Becoming Hostile Toward Women?

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 4/22/2013

From a historical standpoint, women have been the stay-at-home moms; the underemployed or unemployed spouse in a marriage; and the lesser paid sex in the workforce (the latter is still largely true). These realities – the...more

Your Divorce May be Tax Deductible – At Least Parts of It

by Law Office of Steven M. Bishop on 4/3/2013

Many couples hesitate to end their marriage for a variety of reasons – most of which are financial. So it may come as a surprise to couples who have reached the conclusion that it is time to end their marriage that they may...more

Out of Harm’s Way: Domestic Violence and Divorce

by Boyer, Dawson & St. Pierre on 3/22/2013

Divorce can be an extremely emotional experience, fraught with sadness, anger and even a sense of helplessness. These feelings are exacerbated for someone who has been the victim of domestic violence. If you are the victim...more

“Long-Term” Marriage Reaches New Heights

by Michele Corvi | McManis Faulkner on 3/12/2013

On February 6, 2013, John and Ann Betar celebrated their 80th wedding anniversary, a milestone earning them the title of “longest married couple” in the United States by Worldwide Marriage Encounter, a Christian marriage...more

Understanding Alimony In New York

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 3/11/2013

In New York, alimony is also referred to as spousal support or spousal maintenance. Because spouses have a duty to take care of each other, even after a divorce, sometimes one party is ordered by the court to pay a specific...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

Florida’s Permanent Alimony Under Review

by The Law Firm for Family Law on 2/28/2013

Divorce is supposed to be an exit from a lifetime commitment, but for too many Floridians, divorce itself becomes a lifetime commitment through permanent alimony payments. And, in fact, permanent alimony is only one of six...more

Divorce Tax Planning

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 2/27/2013

In August 2012, Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegen finalized their divorce here in Florida. With their settlement terms undisclosed, the world is speculating as to what will happen with the young billionaire’s assets, including...more

A Little Tennessee Nail Salon Called Alimonys

by Law Offices of Adrian H. Altshuler &... on 1/8/2013

Pretty much everyone in Knoxville is familiar with the University of Tennessee’s former basketball coach Bruce Pearl’s ex-wife opening up a nail salon called “Alimonys” after their divorce. And rightly so, because when a...more

Temporary Maintenance During Your Divorce

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 1/3/2013

While you are going through a divorce in New York, temporary maintenance may be awarded to ensure that a lower earning spouse has an adequate standard of living during the time it takes to finalize the dissolution of the...more

Understanding Current Florida Alimony Laws

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 12/1/2012

Despite efforts to reform Florida alimony laws, permanent alimony is still on the books. However, most family court judges only award this type of spousal support in rare cases when the determining factors merit it and other...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

Alimony Reformers: Wait ‘Til Next Year

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 11/15/2012

Like a team that makes it to the playoffs but fails to go all the way, Florida alimony reform activists are vowing that they will come back fighting next year. The push to change the state’s divorce laws centers on the...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

Fairfield County Divorce Guidebook

by H. Daniel Murphy on 10/1/2012

The Fairfield County Divorce Guidebook is intended for individuals to better navigate and understand the legal system during one of the more troubling periods of their lives. Whether used by divorcing spouses as a...more

Will Divorce and Austerity Force You to Financial Independence?

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 8/13/2012

Many people rely on marriage as a financial plan. In other words, one spouse – often the wife – is primarily or wholly financially dependent upon the other. Many little girls were told to find a Prince Charming – not just...more

Three More Questions Boomers Need to Ask Their Lawyers about Grey Divorce (Part II)

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 6/11/2012

Last week’s blog discussed three questions Baby Boomers going through divorce should ask their lawyer. As promised, here are three more questions. 1. Should I keep the house? The financial risks of keeping the...more

Even Though It’s “No Fault” Divorce, What Would You Do?

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 5/7/2012

California has “no fault” divorce, which means it does not matter why a marriage breaks up or which spouse is responsible for the breakup. Therefore all community property is divided equally and spousal support (alimony) is...more

Taxes: Divorce & Children

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 3/26/2012

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, of course, has a big impact on your taxes. So, here are...more

What to Know about Common Law Marriage in Colorado

by Glen Goldman on 12/6/2011

Common Law Marriage in Colorado requires more than just living together. ...more

Out With the Old…the Divorcee Sale

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 11/21/2011

It’s been in the news lately. Recently there was a new “pop-up” store in Beverly Hills. You can even host a similar event in your city. As stated on their website, “The Divorceé Sale™ was created by Jill Alexander who saw...more

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