Thinking about splitting with your spouse? The 2017 tax overhaul has made things more complicated. For recently divorced Americans, alimony payments are no longer tax-deductible for the payer, and they aren’t considered taxable income for the person receiving... read more
Originally posted in MomsCharlotte. When I meet with a parent for the first time, they are most surprised to learn that the children will typically share holidays once parents separate from one another. I have seen more tears than I care to share – in fact, a nice... read more
Originally posted in MomsCharlotte. Walk into any grocery store after the New Year and it’s predictable: “low fat” foods and shakes are everywhere you look. The lines at Weight Watchers are practically out the door. People are actually using their gym attorneyships!... read more
When children are involved in a separation and divorce, a custody dispute can be one of the hardest issues to resolve, and understandably so. In some cases, custody disputes can drag on for months or even years – affecting not just the emotional well-being of your... read more
Be My Valentine Forever… But First, Let’s Talk. Amid the planning, anticipation, and excitement of your upcoming wedding, the last thing you want to think about is the possible end of your marriage-to-be. Many people see prenuptial agreements as nothing more than... read more
Nicole Sodoma Managing Principal Penelope L. Hefner Principal Amy E. Simpson Senior Attorney Theresa E Viera Attorney P. Doughton Horton Attorney Sodoma Law is proud to announce five of our Family Law attorneys received awards of excellence from Super Lawyers Magazine... read more
Even in social settings, it is possible to feel lonely while surrounded by a room full of people. Happiness is not derived from just being in close proximity to others — it is derived from connecting with other people. That could be why Millennials seek out co-working... read more
Obviously, nobody wants to think about divorce when they’re getting married. The good news is: The divorce rate is going down, and there’s a good shot your marriage will make it. But, the reality is, there are never any guarantees in life — and, as with all things, it... read more
For many Americans, filing taxes is a no-brainer. Failing to do so can cause them to miss out on valuable tax refunds or burden them with late fees and failure-to-file penalties. But for Americans with low incomes or without any earned income at all, the decision to... read more
Just mention the words “separation” or “divorce” and people often get uncomfortable. No one really likes to think about the ending of a relationship, much less all the stressful things that come with it. Here are 13 “scary” parts to separation and divorce and what you... read more
