RSSSeptember, 2013 - Chicago Illinois Family Law Blog Archive
Divorce, Asset Division, and the Importance of Location
Location does not just describe one’s physical environment; it incorporates social, financial, and legal “geographies,” such as culture, job availability and proximity, and laws. In other words, location affects everyone deeply and largely determines their lives. Even family law can vary widely depending on location.
Same-Sex Couples to Receive Recognition from I.R.S.
Marriage equality advocates experienced a watershed moment back in June when the Supreme Court revoked the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act, extending federal tax benefits to same-sex couples all across the nation. As joyous as the occasion was for supporters of gay rights, concerns immediately arose as to how exactly the ruling would be implemented and administered. There were also questions on how the ruling would impact same-sex couples living in states where gay marriage is not recognized. An answer has finally been provided.
According to a report by The New York Times, on August 29, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that all legally married same-sex couples, no matter where they live, will be required to file federal tax returns as married couples starting from the 2013 tax year. The new restriction is being welcomed with open arms by gay and civil rights groups.
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