Financial Support for Divorcing Spouses
Spousal support, more commonly known as alimony, is an issue that can arise during a divorce. More often than not, it doesn't play a factor when a short-term marriage is ending. Typically, alimony is associated with long-term marriages, marriages that lasted for a decade or more.
At the Law Offices of William G. Morris, our attorneys can help you determine whether alimony will play a role in your case. If it will, we will take great care to see that all payments end up being fair.
How is Spousal Support Calculated?
There are no solid guidelines for the calculation of alimony. It is based on two factors: One spouse's need for financial support and the other spouse's ability to pay financial support.
Need is largely based on the marital standard of living. Essentially, the goal is to maintain a similar standard of living after divorce. Alimony may be required to do so.
Ability to pay is, of course, based on income. Consideration may be given when that income was saved instead of being spent to create a high standard of living during the marriage. This is one example of where these matters get complex. Our experience means we can sort through all complexities.
Spousal Support After a Divorce
After a divorce, reasons may come up for changing alimony. Our attorneys can assist with modifications. Additionally, we can handle enforcement cases when required payments are not being made.
Enlist a Law Firm With More Than 25 Years of Experience
Since 1983, our lawyers have successfully handled alimony cases for clients in the Florida communities of Marco Island and Naples. Contact us today.
