Divorce and Child Tax Credits
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was signed into effect on December 22, 2017. For divorcing parents, parties should be aware of changes to
Divorces Final before 2019 Will Secure Tax Benefits
Under the new federal tax law, signed on December 24, 2018, alimony payments will have different tax consequences. Prior to the new tax overhaul, alimony
Filing Taxes While Filing for Divorce
Divorce is a significant tax event that complicates the maze of IRS regulations. It is typically the first step to filing, so we only discuss
Name Changes in South Carolina
Name changes in South Carolina signify a major life event, and an experienced family lawyer can navigate this legal process for you. The most common
Divorce and the Holidays: Tips to Thrive
As we enter the holiday season, spending time with family is a high priority for everyone. Unfortunately, if you are involved in a divorce or
Divorce Jurisdiction and Venue
Divorce is a difficult process with many challenges, and when a divorce crosses state lines, procedural headaches can arise. The first decision is which state
Tax Implications of Alimony
Alimony Tax Implications Alimony, “spousal support” or “separate maintenance payments”, could have significant tax implications whether paid or received. Generally, the payer may deduct spousal
Dividing Retirement and Pension
Dividing retirement and pension at the time of divorce can be a complex issue. The family court may allow the person with the pension to
Parental Alienation
Based on my experiences in life and as a lawyer, I find most people, including family court judges, do not take kindly to a parent’s
Stoney v. Stoney: Intervention, Alimony, Equitable Distribution
In Stoney v. Stoney, Op. No. 5431 (S.C. Ct. App. filed July 27, 2016) (Shearouse Adv. Sh. 30 at 40), Mr. Stoney’s brother intervened as
