Legal Question in Family Law in California

im consitering divorce, but i make more than my husband because he uses every excuse not to have a steady job among other things. how does the alimoney thing work in california?


Asked on 1/13/11, 9:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Arlene Kock Law Offices of Arlene D. Kock APLC

Spousal support is a right belonging to both spouses. The determination of support is gender neutral. Support awarded before a final judgment is generally based on the gross incomes of the parties. Post judgment support and its length is based on 5 factors: length of the marriage, age of the parties, health history, earning capacity and standard of living during the marriage.

I strongly urge you meet with an attorney skilled in the area of family law to review your specific fact pattern so you are clear on the best approach to this legal issue.

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Answered on 1/20/11, 8:20 am


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