Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing property division and support payment implications in separation agreements
ERISA: Employee Retirement Income Security Act - federal law governing the division of retirement benefits and pension plans in separation agreements
Social Security Act: Federal legislation determining post-separation rights to social security benefits
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: Federal protections for military personnel in civil proceedings including divorce and separation
State Family Law Code: State-specific domestic relations laws governing marriage separation, divorce, and family matters
State Property Laws: State-specific laws determining property division (Community Property vs. Equitable Distribution)
State Child Support Guidelines: State-specific regulations for calculating and implementing child support obligations
State Spousal Support Laws: State-specific regulations governing alimony and maintenance payments
State Child Custody Laws: State-specific regulations governing child custody arrangements and visitation rights
Property Division Provisions: Requirements for equitable distribution or community property division of marital assets
Debt Allocation Rules: Guidelines for fair distribution of marital debts and obligations
Insurance Regulations: Rules governing continuation of health, life, and property insurance coverage post-separation
Estate Planning Requirements: Regulations affecting wills, trusts, and estate planning modifications necessary after separation
