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Tax Season & Divorce: What You Need to Know! Tax time is upon us and can be tricky when you're separated or divorced. Here are a few key things to keep in mind: ?? Filing Status Matters – Were you officially divorced by Dec. 31 of last year? You’ll likely need to file as Single or Head of Household (if you qualify). ?? Alimony & Taxes – Depending on when your divorced was finalized, alimony payments may be deductible for the payer and taxable for the recipient. ?? Child Support Is Tax-Neutral – Unlike alimony, child support isn’t taxable income for the recipient or deductible for the payer. ?? Who Claims the Kids? – Typically, the custodial parent claims dependents, but some agreements allow the non-custodial parent to claim them. ?? Double-Check Deductions – Things like medical expenses, education credits, and childcare costs may be impacted by your custody arrangement. When in doubt, consult a tax professional to make sure you’re maximizing deductions and staying compliant! #TaxSeason #DivorceAndTaxes #Alimony #ChildSupport #TaxFiling #CoParenting #FinancialPlanning

SPRING FORWARD | ? Don't forget to spring forward an hour tonight! #daylightsaving #springforward #coffeecoffeecoffee

CELEBRATE |?????? Women deserve to be celebrated today and every day! Tag a woman you admire most and explain why in the comments below! ?? #InternationalWomensDay #WomenRock

More of Melody's perspective on the changes incurred from the pandemic and the blessing she's experienced as a mom. #momvibes #familylawattorney #blessings #covid

PRENUP PLANNING TIP?? | While a prenup might not be your top priority, it's worth considering. Even if divorce isn't on your radar, life can be unpredictable. A prenuptial agreement can safeguard your assets down the road. If you're in need of a prenup or have questions, please reach out to our team at ?? 678.646.6755 or book a FREE consult on our website ?? https://loom.ly/Lep8TAk. #weddingwisdom #prenup

Spring Forward, Co-Parenting Edition! ? Daylight Saving Time begins on March 9th at 2am, and while we’re all losing an hour of sleep, co-parents might also need to adjust their schedules! Here are a few tips to keep things running smoothly: ? Check Your Parenting Plan – Some agreements specify pick-up/drop-off times based on standard vs. daylight time. Double-check to avoid confusion! ? Give Kids Time to Adjust – A gradual bedtime shift can help little ones adapt to the time change. ? Communicate Early & Often – If you need to tweak schedules, discuss changes with your co-parent in advance. ? Be Flexible & Understanding – Time changes can be tricky, but a little patience goes a long way. Planning ahead = fewer hiccups and a smoother transition for everyone! ??? #SpringForward #DaylightSavingTime #CoParentingTips #ParentingPlan #FamilyFirst #SmoothTransitions #CoParentingWin

How the pandemic changed family law. #pandemic #familylawservices #familylawattorney #pivot #blessings

How Melody excelled at managing client demands and home life during the COVID shutdown. #attorneymom #covid #familylawattorney #dedicatedlawfirm

Spring is on the horizon, and it’s time to make some decisions as to who will have the kids for spring break. If you’re not careful, this topic can creep up on newly separated or divorcing parents and cause conflict. Here are a few tidbits to help with this year’s #SpringBreakPlanning. Set Ground Rules ?? Be Fair & Respectful ?? Consider Everyone’s Jobs & Schedules ?? Have Your Plans Written & Signed by a Judge ?? Be Flexible & Have a Plan B ?? Have Fun & Create Lasting Memories When solidifying your plan, some parents agree to split holidays, even or odd years. Also, be mindful of holidays that fall on weekends and the ones that fall during the week to best accommodate schedules. #DivorcingParents #CoParenting #SpringBreak

Melody shares her start-up story as a mom during COVID. #familylawattorney #momattorney #familylawfirm