Stockton Alimony Attorney

The state of California does not require that alimony or any other form of spousal support be awarded in every case of divorce. The main purpose of alimony is to help the less financially advantaged spouse transition into their new life apart from married life. But in order for alimony to be awarded, it must be proven that the circumstances demand such an order. If you would like to discuss the potential for alimony being awarded in your specific case, contact the law office of the Stockton family lawyer today.

To determine if alimony is appropriate for a specific case, the judge will evaluate the following factors:

Age & Health of the Parties
Earning Capacity
Standard of Living During Marriage
Contribution’s to Other Spouse’s Education
Parties’ Assets & Debts
Duration of Marriage
Employability of the Party Awarded Custody of Any Children
Relative Hardships
Immediate Tax Consequences
Any History of Domestic Violence
And Any Other Relevant Factor…

Alimony could be awarded for any length of time. In some cases alimony will be awarded for a few months, a few years, or even for the rest of a spouse’s life. It all depends on the circumstances of the specific case.

After an alimony award is ordered, either party is allowed to request a modification in the agreement. This could be an increase in the amount of money being paid, a decrease, or a termination of alimony all together.

If you have questions about the possibility of alimony in your divorce case, contact the law office of the Stockton family lawyer today.