Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

claiming a dependent on taxes

I am divorced and have 2 sons which I pay child support for. I have joint legal custody while my ex retains physical custody. In my divorce agreement I am eligible to claim 1 of my sons as a dependent on my taxes. However, my divorce agreement does not specify which tax credit I can or can not claim. Am I eligible for any and all tax credits that go along with claiming my sons as a dependent?


Asked on 3/26/09, 3:20 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: claiming a dependent on taxes

If the agreement is vague, it needs to be changed by agreement or be presented to the court.

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Answered on 3/26/09, 9:42 pm
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: claiming a dependent on taxes

Direct this question to the attorney who repesented you in the divorce. Or retain an attorney to read and interpret the specific language of the divorce agreement/judgment. Good Luck!

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Answered on 3/26/09, 3:30 pm


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