Divorce can affect a couple both emotionally and financially. Alimony is provided to the financially disadvantaged partner so he or she can maintain the same standard of living experienced during the marriage. When a marriage lasted less than five years and there are no children or assets to consider, couples may obtain a summary dissolution…. Continue reading →
Archive for the ‘Spousal Support’ Category
Spousal support obligation
For those of you paying spousal support – there is an end. California courts do not favor indefinite payments – they allow you to revisit the issue in order to reduce or eliminate the payments. If you have a significant change in your circumstances, you can request a post judgment modification. If you believe you… Continue reading →
Termination of spousal support
California Family Code Section 4320 ensures that in a divorce, each party can maintain the standard of living they are used to while in the marriage. If one party cannot do this on his or her own, the court will award spousal support. Spousal support, in most cases, is temporary and is meant to come… Continue reading →