When people go through the emotional process of a divorce they generally won't think about tax consequences and tax planning. Here are some critical items to put on a checklist if you or someone you know is contemplating a divorce or is in the middle of one. The best strategy is to incorporate these steps into a comprehensive financial plan and take a look at different scenarios of what your life and long-term goals might look like when you are on your own.
https://www.irs.gov/uac/tax-effects-of-divorce-or-separation