What should my W4 filing status be?

Question

Just recently divorced. I have 4 kids which 2 of them I can claim as dependents. I have joint legal custody but not physical custody, however I do have them 160 days a year. I am not sure if I can claim "head of household" status on my W4 or not.

Answer 1

If the kids aren't living with you for over half the year, no you can't claim head of household even though you can claim them as dependents.

Answer 2

Perhaps this will help:

http://www.irs.gov/faqs/faq-kw80.html