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If your client is considering pursuing a separate maintenance action, they should be aware of the limitations that case law places on courts adjudicating such actions. Read more
New York maintenance laws may soon be adjusted to include guidelines for long-term spousal support and a new method for calculating support awards. Read more
Alimony deduction is among the "tax loopholes" on the chopping block of the House Tax Reform Bill Read more
There may be significant benefits for a non-income-earning spouse who seeks and obtains employment during the divorce litigation. Read more
UIFSA spousal support provisions allow modification orders only in the states that issued the initial order—regardless of where parties currently reside. Read more
In Jacoby v. Jacoby: The court held that a child’s attendance at college is a change in circumstances warranting a review of the child support obligation. Read more
Have a look at these Ontario family law cases that defy boundaries and agreements. The cases show that courts would interpret the law to protect rights. Read more
By Linda J. Schaeffer and Elizabeth J. Garrett: The importance of carefully considering all factors with dependency deductions in divorce. Read more
Family lawyers should consider these 8 aspects of the 2011 Canadian Federal Budget while calculating child support and tax credits available to parents. Read more
Very few lawyers realize that QDROs aren't just used to divide marital property — they can also be used for child and spousal support payments. Read more
