Alimony and Spousal Maintenance in New York City
Spousal maintenance - often referred to as alimony or spousal support - is often a key issue in any divorce and may be difficult to resolve, especially in high net worth divorces. By working with an attorney, you can understand how spousal maintenance may play a role in your divorce and what options you have for protecting your rights.
Whether your divorce ends up in negotiations or in court, my law firm of Albert Jacobus Myburgh, P.C., can provide a source of compassionate representation and dedication to resolving your family law issues. With more than 25 years of diverse legal experience, I can play a large role in helping you meet your objectives. Contact me for honest answers about what you can expect.
How Spousal Support Payments Are Determined
In calculating spousal support payments, there are generally three main factors that are considered by the court: the duration of the marriage, the standard of living from the marriage, and whether or not the person receiving spousal maintenance is capable of being self-supporting. As your lawyer, I know how to effectively present the necessary information and facts that will allow the court to appropriately set spousal maintenance payments.
There are three types of spousal support that my be granted by the court:
- Permanent alimony, which remains in effect indefinitely or until there is a change in circumstances
- Rehabilitative alimony, which is temporary and is designed to provide job skills or education
- Restitutional alimony, which is also temporary and is given as repayment of support that was provided during a marriage while the other spouse gained education or vocational skills
Spousal support may have a significant impact on your future and may even impact how you are able to provide for your children. It is critical to ensure that you are not hindered financially by spousal maintenance, or a lack thereof.
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