A Game Theory View of Family Law: Planning for a 500% Family Tax

Authors

Steven J. Willis, University of Florida, Levin College of LawFollow

Keywords

family law, game theory, tax, divorce, divorce planning, child support, alimony, property division

Abstract

Divorces involve money, which can prompt fierce legal battles. These include family obligations for child support, alimony, and property division. Small income changes can have huge consequences. For example, a $1,000 income increase can result in $5,000 of increased family obligations. A $10,000 increase can produce $50,000 of obligations. Or a $10,000 decrease can result in $50,000 of reduced obligations.

Recommended Citation

Steven J. Willis, A Game Theory View of Family Law: Planning for a 500% Family Tax, 18 FIU L. Rev. 151 (2023), https://doi.org/10.25148/lawrev.18.1.9.