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Spousal Support

La Mesa Spousal Support Lawyer 

Helping You Fight For Alimony & Spousal Maintenance in California

Spousal support, also known as alimony, is given from one spouse to another when the court finds that the spouse is in need of financial assistance to maintain a similar standard of living that was accustomed to during the length of the marriage. The amount and duration of spousal support may vary based on a number of factors, and as such it is important to understand what may be considered and how to properly present your case in order to protect your interests.

As a La Mesa spousal support attorney, I can help you understand your rights, whether you are being ordered to pay spousal support or you are requesting support from your spouse. When you come to my firm for divorce counsel, I will be there with you every single step of the way. I understand what you are going through and will strive to provide the level of counsel that decreases the time, stress, and expenses associated with your divorce.

To find out more about how I can help, give me a call at (619) 304-8499. I will be happy to answer your questions and address your concerns during a free initial phone consultation.

Calculating Spousal Support in California

The judge considers several factors when deciding on granting spousal support, such as:

  • The length of the marriage
  • The amount needed to match the standard of living experienced during the marriage
  • The amount of money that the spouse can pay in respect to his/her standard of living
  • Possible effects that getting a job can have on the care of the children
  • Each spouse's health and age
  • Debts and property, both joint and separate
  • Whether one spouse helped the other earn a degree, career, or license
  • Any history of domestic violence
  • Any possibility that one spouse's career was affected due to being the primary caregiver of the children
  • Tax implications of spousal support
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