Legal Question in Family Law in California

Temporary spousal support is based upon the current incomes of the parties, as determined from all information available.

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Mr. White is correct about temporary support. Long term support is calculated so as to be "equitable" taking into consideration a number of factors, including the income history of both parties, and projected incomes. So one "big" year of income, such as for a person on commission, will not be the final word.