Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana
how long do you have to be married to get spousal support
Asked on 11/20/11, 3:19 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas
Mandie Seale Lucas
Spousal suppor tis temporary and may be granted for up to 18 months post divorce. The only criteria is need and ability to pay. In rare cases, if one party is at fault and the other is free from fault an in need, the court may award
permanent alimony. The Court will look at the length of marriage and what the standard if living the aggrieved party had become accustomed.
Answered on 11/21/11, 6:52 am
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr.
Pizzolatto Law Office
No such set period.
Answered on 11/24/11, 3:31 pm