ALIMONY
SPOUSAL SUPPORT: PROTECTING YOUR FINANCES
Divorce marks the end of a marriage, but it shouldn't mark the end of your financial security. Whether you are seeking the financial support you need to start your next chapter, or you need to ensure an alimony request is fair and sustainable, navigating spousal support requires a strategic, clear-headed approach.
At Viner Law, we provide compassionate, fierce advocacy to ensure your financial rights are protected during and after divorce.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Alimony (regularly referred to as spousal support or maintenance) is not meant to be punitive. Its core purpose is to bridge the financial gap between spouses and ensure that one party isn't left destitute while the other thrives.
Courts look at a variety of factors to determine if alimony is appropriate, how much should be paid, and for how long.
KEY FACTORS IN DETERMINING
SPOUSAL SUPPORT
Duration of the Marriage: Longer marriages are more likely to result in long-term or permanent support.
Standard of Living: The lifestyle established during the marriage sets the benchmark.
Earning Capacity & Employability: The education, skills, and chronological age of both parties.
Homemaking Contributions: Sacrifices made by one spouse to stay home and raise children or support the other’s career.
Financial Resources: Separate property, debts, and the distribution of marital assets.