Real Help With Spousal Support (Alimony)
Spousal support (also called alimony) is a highly complex issue which may significantly impact your rights during and after a divorce. A family law court may order either spouse to pay temporary support during a divorce proceeding or permanent support after a divorce action is completed. Spousal support may also be ordered pending a legal separation.
A court may order monthly payments by one spouse to support the other spouse pending a divorce and on a permanent basis after considering such things as the length of the marriage, the incomes of the parties, health issues and other factors. There can also be a lump sum amount paid to support the other spouse in settlement negotiations. Given the wide range of issues considered by courts in such cases, it is often in the best interests of the parties to reach an agreement on such issues. Should your case go to trial, you will need a skilled trial lawyer who can properly frame complex financial issues to your benefit and make a strong case on your behalf.