Legal Question in Family Law in North Carolina
Divorce and spousal support
In the state of N.C. is there a certain amount of time a couple has to be married for one to collect spousal support? How long is that time? Is the year of legal separation counted as part of that time?
Asked on 4/30/08, 9:26 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Judy Tseng
Wake Law Office
Re: Divorce and spousal support
No, there is no set amount of time, and the year of legal separation would not be included. I generally tell people that if they have been married less than 3 years, the chances of getting post-separation support are very low. There are many factors that the judge would take into account, such as the spouses' relative financial conditions, educational/work backgrounds, misconduct during the marriage, financial needs, etc.
Answered on 5/01/08, 11:46 am
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