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Information on Spousal Support
Spousal support is similar to child support, in that it is a payment that one individual must make to his or her ex-spouse in order to help make ends meet in the period following the divorce. Generally speaking, spousal support (also known as "alimony") is a temporary requirement put in place so that both spouses can become accustomed to living on a single income, instead of dual incomes. However, there are circumstances in which spousal support may become a permanent requirement.
You have no way of knowing what you can expect to pay or be paid unless you call and speak with a Covina divorce attorney from my firm today.
The amount of support that will be paid, if any, and which spouse will be paying it to the other are all determined by careful calculation and investigation by the judge that is presiding over your divorce case.
The following factors are all taken into consideration:
- The income of each spouse
- Each spouse's potentially marketable skills
- The length of their marriage
- The lifestyle enjoyed by both during the marriage
- Any specific needs or financial hardship experienced by one of the spouses
If one spouse becomes permanently disabled or if they were already permanently disabled before the separation occurred, spousal support may be a permanent fixture in order for the disabled individual to make ends meet.
Spousal Support Attorney in Covina
When determining spousal support, both parties may think they have a right to support. However, a judge will try their best to be fair in this process and either spouse may find themselves responsible for support payments, regardless of gender. If you believe you are owed spousal support or if you feel your spouse in unfairly pursuing support from you, it is essential that you contact my firm, The Law Offices of Paul A. Eads, A.P.C. My firm has 18 years of experience handling divorce cases, many of which include issues of spousal support. I can help protect you for the future by fighting tirelessly for your financial stability today.
Contact a Covina spousal support lawyer from my firm as soon as possible to discuss your spousal support situation.
This book, written By Paul A. Eads, helps readers know how to prepare before they initiate a legal endeavor and helps make the legal terms of family law issues easier to understand.
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"Mr. Eads, you are a true master in your field and I will always be available should any of your prospective clients want to contact me as a reference."Mr. Eads, you are a true master in your field.- Peter K.
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"Mr. Eads worked hard for me and I am confident he will do the same for you."My ex boyfriend was very abusive. His attorney seemed to be very aggressive and was always filing Ex Parte (emergency) hearings for me to appear in court. Due to a cost issue, I attempted to handle matters myself but it seemed that I could not get my point accrues to the judge who seemed to be familiar with my ex boyfriend’s attorney. I found Mr. Eads in the phonebook and I thought I would give him a call. Mr. Eads was able to get the restraining order I was seeking and my ex boyfriend ended up paying Mr. Eads’ attorney fees. I can now feel rest-assured that my daughter and I will be safe. I also happy that I do not have to deal with my ex’s attorney anymore. Mr. Eads worked hard for me and I am confident he will do the same for you.- K.Y.
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"He was very sympathetic to my cause and was very reassuring when I needed his assistance."I was very pleased with the outcome of my case.- Albert N.
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"I was barely able to make ends meet. Mr. Eads worked out a payment plan with me and reduced my arrears."I will be able to pay it off quicker and with more money left over with the payment Mr. Eads was able to negotiate for me.- John H.
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"Mr. Eads when to bat for me and in my opinion, hit a home run."I decided to hire Mr. Eads based on his experience and the fact that his practice is limited to Family Law.- Veronica S.
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"Mr. Eads was able to help structure a settlement that allowed me to keep my business while sharing the business debts with my ex."I am a business owner and when I got divorced, I was terrified that I would lose my business. My business was also heavily leveraged against and I did not have enough capitol to sustain the business and pay my wife spousal support. My ex had an attorney who was very intimidating and kept pressuring me to liquidate the business so that I could pay his attorney’s fees. I was referred to Mr. Eads by a friend. Mr. Eads was able to help structure a settlement that allowed me to keep my business while sharing the business debts with my ex. I was also able to shorten my spousal support obligation. I really appreciate Mr. Eads professionalism and guidance during these difficult times.- J.A.
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"Not only did Mr. Eads get my daughter returned to me, I was able to have full physical custody."I am honored to write this review for Mr. Eads after he helped reunify me with my daughter after my ex abducted her and moved to Arizona. I was devastated when I came home from work to find my ex had left with all our daughter’s belongings. I called the police who told me I needed to hire an attorney. I came across Mr. Eads’ website and I was impressed with his bio. I contacted him immediately and within days, we were in court requesting that my the DA Abduction unit assist me in the return of my daughter. Not only did Mr. Eads get my daughter returned to me, I was able to have full physical custody and my ex has summer and holiday visitation. Mr. Eads is truly my hero. Thanks Mr. Eads!- Paul W.