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Alimony and Support

Alimony, Spousal Support and Maintenance Explained

Alimony, Spousal Support and Maintenance Explained

Alimony is money that is paid by one spouse to another during and/or after divorce, dissolution or legal separation. Spousal support and maintenance are modern terms used to describe alimony in states like California that no longer recognize alimony. Alimony, spousal support and maintenance (collectively referred to as “support”) are not gender based and may Read More…

Quick Facts About Spousal Support, Alimony and Maintenance

Quick Facts About Spousal Support, Alimony and Maintenance

If you are negotiating a marital settlement agreement or preparing for a divorce trial that includes a request for alimony, spousal support or maintenance,, consider these facts and arguments before your negotiation or litigation begins.   Support is not gender based. You or your husband may be ordered to pay alimony, spousal support or maintenance Read More…

Family Support and Unallocated Alimony

Family Support and Unallocated Alimony

Family support and unallocated alimony are support or alimony payments, usually made at regular intervals by a spouse or former spouse to another during and/or after divorce, dissolution or legal separation. Family support and unallocated alimony are payments that are intended to aid both parent and child. Unlike spousal support and child support payments family Read More…

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