Alimony, or spousal support as it is also called, is awarded in certain divorces. You and your spouse may agree that the higher earner should pay support to the lower earner either in a premarital agreement or when you negotiate a divorce settlement. A court may also order a higher earner to pay support. The amount can vary depending upon the earning disparity and the length of the marriage. The duration of the support obligation will also vary based on the circumstances. In some cases, spousal support is paid temporarily until a lower-earner re-enters the workforce, undergoes education or retraining, or otherwise becomes self-supporting. In other cases, spousal support is paid permanently or on an ongoing basis. When you have a long-term support obligation, there may come a time when you need to seek modification of spousal support. This could occur if your financial circumstances change. An experienced Phoenix, AZ divorce lawyer at Singer Pistiner, P.C. can help you to evalua
Posted on: Tue, 28 Oct 2014 09:41:39 +0000
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