Considering an Expert for Matrimonial Cases
Matrimonial vocational expert considerations hinge on whether imputation is contested and the receiving court's preferences.
Checklist
- Confirm imputation is at issue
- Inventory educational and employment history
- Identify re-entry needs if applicable
- Confirm expert availability for family court
Questions to ask the expert
- Have you testified in this state's family court?
- How do you handle career-interruption re-entry?
Timeline
1-2 weeks before retention.
Required documents
- Educational records
- Work history
- Current earnings
Common pitfalls
- Applying personal-injury methodology unchanged
- Missing re-entry timelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Can imputed income exceed the actual earnings history?
When supported by the vocational profile and labor market, yes.
References
- BLS OESGovernment
Ready to Get Started on matrimonial cases?
Contact KWVRS to discuss scope, timing, and the deliverables appropriate to the matter. Plaintiff and defense.