In California, spousal support is not necessarily indefinite. The duration of support depends on various factors, including the length of the marriage and the receiving spouse's needs. For marriages lasting less than 10 years, support typically lasts for half the duration of the marriage, while for longer marriages, it can be ongoing but is subject to review and modification based on changes in circumstances. Ultimately, the court has discretion in determining the specifics of spousal support.
in the state of ca. if you've been married 24 yrs you can expect to pay spousal support for 12 yrs.,
This depends on the State law.
Massachusetts, California, Indiana, Montana, & Ohio. Note that in Massachusetts, it is also applicable to increase an alimony payment. However, in all states, it is presentable under a Rebuttable Presumption argument.
Distribution of marital assets and spousal support are decided by the court after all the assets and circumstances have been reviewed according to state laws.Distribution of marital assets and spousal support are decided by the court after all the assets and circumstances have been reviewed according to state laws.Distribution of marital assets and spousal support are decided by the court after all the assets and circumstances have been reviewed according to state laws.Distribution of marital assets and spousal support are decided by the court after all the assets and circumstances have been reviewed according to state laws.
The venue that issued the order may give credit, but don't do this - pay your support to the courts or your State's disbursement unit. see links
Yes, but the "extraordinary remedies" available to collect child support (interception of Federal and state payments, liens on real and personal property, etc.) are not available to collect unpaid spousal support.
They are different in every state and every country. You will need to be more specific.
As of 2014, there is no spousal type support for live in partners. There is no length of time that makes a difference in that respect.
No, the state of Massachusetts is not considered a spousal state when it comes to dividing property in divorces. Instead, it is considered an equitable distribution state.
Wisconsin is a community property state, all marital property and assets are divided equally. Child support, spousal maintenance (if any) and debts are treated as different issues.
The state legislature determines laws that apply to child support and other domestic issues such as spousal maintenance. Child support enforcement is also mandated by federal as well as state statutes.
Yes