Tips For Divorce-Related Taxes – Carlsbad Disclaimer: The information provided regarding tax issues related to divorce is not meant to be taken or relied upon as tax advice. Tax issues related to divorce cases can become very complex and require the skill of an expert in the field of tax law. We at Griffith, Young & Lass advise all of our clients to obtain independent…
When going through a divorce in the state of California, you have much to consider, including spousal support, child support, the division of assets and future living arrangements. It’s likely that taxes is the last thing on your mind. However, you should know that divorce can affect your taxes. You could end up paying more in taxes or less. You could get a larger refund…
When you marry a person, you’d like to think that your bond is forged on honesty and integrity. Unfortunately, divorce can bring out the very worst in some people. If you are going through a divorce and you suspect that your spouse is hiding assets that should be divided and split among you, you may not know where to turn, especially if…
It costs money to get a divorce, but a divorce doesn’t have to break the bank. Most people are surprised at the extent to which they have control over their legal bills. Here are suggestions for reining in the cost of your divorce. Find the Right Attorney: The right attorney for you isn’t necessarily the attorney your sister used or the discount…
What Are the Long-Term Effects of Divorce on a Child? Splitting up is a stressful experience for every couple, but one thing that adds to the pain of divorcing parents all the more is thinking how their divorce will impact the present and future lives of their children. Every parent wishes their children to have a fulfilling life. As a married couple,…
While divorces involve a fair amount of time, there may come a point when they feel like they’re dragging on far too long. At this difficult stage in your life, you likely want the divorce finalized so you can move on and put this experience behind you. First, it’s important to note what specifically is causing the drawn-out divorce. Carlsbad…
What Does a Forensic Accountant Do in Divorce? In a divorce situation, one of the main things a forensic accountant will do is review both business and personal documentation that can reveal financial information regarding a spouse. Following are some additional ways to use a forensic accountant for divorce. Search for hidden assets and income, including probing for hidden bank accounts and/or…
Carlsbad, CA – Our servicemen and servicewomen should be applauded for the ways in which they sacrifice their lives for the protection of others. What happens, then, when a servicemember is deployed while a child custody dispute is ongoing? Every year, thousands of our California citizens are deployed from various military branches to bases around the world. Deployment situations like these…
Anecdotal evidence suggests that individuals with personality disorders, particularly borderline personality disorder, have both higher rates of divorce and more difficulty negotiating this difficult life transition. A legal colleague asked me to examine why this may be true and how best to help people with this diagnosis when their marriage ends. What Is a Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? The DSM…
In the San Diego family court, whenever the issue of child custody and visitation is brought before the court, the parents are required to attend Family Court Services Mediation. This is an attempt to settle the case before it goes in front of the judge. Generally, the parties will meet with a mediator for about an hour and the mediator…