A couple who has been married for a long time and decides to divorce always has issues that need to be addressed. The biggest concern usually involves money – providing for the children and the divorcing spouse.
In most cases, the spouse who is the higher income earner is responsible for support of the other spouse. The amount of the spousal support becomes a part of the marital settlement agreement, which becomes legal and binding upon the approval of the court. If the paying spouse falls behind in his or her payments, it is enforceable by the law.
When deciding the amount of spousal support to be paid, the court considers certain factors which include:
· Length of the marriage
· Health of each spouse
· Income or potential income of each spouse
· Assets of each spouse
Every divorce is different and requires individual attention by a competent attorney. If you are going through a divorce and have questions regarding paying or receiving spousal support, contact an experienced Orange County Divorce attorney who will help negotiate a settlement agreement while protecting your best interests.
