What if one ex-spouse takes bankruptcy after the divorce is final?
It often happens that one ex-spouse will take bankruptcy after the divorce. However, recent changes in the bankruptcy code keep the spouse from discharging in bankruptcy any obligations that are “in the nature of support.” Thus, clearly, the spouse would not be able to discharge such debts as back child support or spousal support.
Related Questions
- I was divorced in 2010, and have made monthly child support payments to my ex-spouse since the divorce was final. May I claim that child that is in his/her custody as my dependent for tax purposes?
- I was divorced in 2009, and have made monthly child support payments to my ex-spouse since the divorce was final. May I claim that child that is in his/her custody as my dependent for tax purposes?
- What if one ex-spouse takes bankruptcy after the divorce is final?
