Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

I live in Virginia. My husband and I have been seperated since April 2012. He wants to file a joint tax return. Will filing jointly delay the length of time we have to live appart when filing for divorce? I am also receiving food stamps because he no longer lives in the home. Will filing jointly affect my award?

There is no formal support agreement. I have primary custody of the 5 children


Asked on 2/06/13, 8:04 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul B. Ward Law Offices of Paul B. Ward

Filing a joint tax return will not affect the separation timing, nor should it affect your receiving food stamps. However, if you have custody of 5 children you should be receiving child support from him.

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Answered on 2/06/13, 11:55 am


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