Legal Question in Family Law in California

Mr wife and I married for 4 years in CA. We do not have childlren. We are about to get divorce. She does not want to work and has not had a job for over two years proposedly (during marrige). My questions are as follows:

Can she apply for spousal support from me thru the court? I am not willing to accept her request ( since she never contributes anyhthng except some minor things at my home) . Instead, can she (again no children) apply for financial support from outside agencies (e.g.from the state, if yes, where can she find infomation from)?..is there any restriction for her to apply for benefits from the state government in CA

Thanks


Asked on 3/12/12, 11:56 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
BARRY BESSER LAW OFFICES OF BARRY I. BESSER

She can, and is entitled to receive spousal support from you for at least 1/2 of the length of the marriage.

BARRY BESSER

www.besserlaw.com

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Answered on 3/12/12, 12:07 pm
Arlene Kock Law Offices of Arlene D. Kock APLC

Your wife has the responsibility to be as gainfully employed as possible. If she files a spousal support request motion, ask the court for an order that she seek work. If she is disabled, ask the court to order her to apply for the appropriate state benefits to which she may be entitled.

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Answered on 3/12/12, 12:27 pm


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