California law recognizes a mutual responsibility between spouses. This means both parties of a marriage are responsible for the financial well-being of each other. In many cases, one spouse is the primary earner for the family, while the other carries other responsibilities. In the event of the divorce, this spouse may have the right to seek spousal support, also called alimony.
Alimony is designed to provide the same lifestyle for each spouse that they enjoyed during marriage. If you’re seeking alimony or need help getting a fair support agreement, the Beverly Hills spousal support attorneys at Stolar Law Group can help. With 40 years of legal experience behind us, we’re confident in our ability to provide the direction you need.
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HOW IS ALIMONY CALCULATED IN CA?
When determining the amount and duration of spousal support, the court reviews a number of factors. Specifically listed in Section 4320 of the Family Code, these factors include the earning capacity of each spouse, including marketable skills, the job market, and whether training or education could improve a spouse’s earning capacity. That being said, alimony orders are left to the broad discretion of the court, which is why retaining skilled legal representation is so essential. Our caring legal team has extensive experience in negotiating alimony orders. As our client, you can rest assured in knowing that we will work tirelessly in order to secure the spousal support you need and protect your best interests.
Other factors the court will consider when determining spousal support include:
- The length of the marriage
- Potential tax issues
- Evidence of domestic violence
- The health and age of each spouse
- Willingness to prepare for a new occupation
- Balancing factors related to the division of marital assets
- The needs of both parties, including debts and other obligations
- The ability of the paying spouse to provide financial support to the other spouse
- The extent to which one spouse supported the other spouse in obtaining a higher education, advanced degree, or career position
Under California law, spousal support is based on the ability of each party to maintain the standard of living that was established during the marriage. Looking at a number of factors, the court will determine if one party is in need of financial support, how much the support should be, and how long the support should last. Determining alimony is an important step in the divorce process for many couples. Our Beverly Hills spousal support attorneys at Stolar Law Group can help you understand California’s alimony laws and how they will apply in your case.
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