Stay up to date on key federal and California tax changes shaping today’s family law landscape. This session highlights recent income and reporting updates, California tax considerations for alimony, and a practical refresher on Family Code § 4055, with insights into how these developments impact divorce and support matters. The topics covered include the One Big Beautiful Bill income changes, the Secure 2.0 Act, California taxes related to alimony, the 1099 threshold changes, and a refresher on Family Code § 4055. This session was recorded on February 12, 2026 for CalCPA’s Tax Issues in Divorce Mini-Conference.
Learning Objectives
• Identify key federal and California tax changes, including the One Big Beautiful Bill income changes and the Secure 2.0 Act, that impact family law matters.
• Analyze California tax considerations for alimony and understand the implications of 1099 threshold changes on divorce and support cases.
• Gain a practical understanding of Family Code § 4055 and its application in calculating support obligations amidst recent tax updates.
Major Topics
• One Big Beautiful Bill Income Changes
• Secure 2.0 Act
• CA Taxes (Alimony)
• 1099 Threshold Changes
• Family Code § 4055 refresher
