Helping You Navigate Alimony And Spousal Support Decisions
Alimony or spousal support is money paid by one spouse to another for support. It’s one of the most hotly debated aspects of any divorce in Michigan and anywhere else. But the merits of alimony are important to note and plan for in your divorce.
At Reed Law Group, P.C., attorney Steven Reed utilizes his 33 years of experience to aid clients in getting the results they need in their divorce or family law case. In alimony, he’s represented clients on both sides of the conversation, offering legal insight and honest assessments.
What Clients Should Know About Alimony
Under Michigan law, alimony is not an assumed outcome in any divorce. It must be pursued as an option, and whether or not the judge orders it will be determined by the following factors:
- Past relations and conduct of the parties
- Length of the marriage
- Ability of each party to work
- Source and amount of property awarded to the parties
- Age of each party
- Ability of each party to pay spousal support
- Current situation of each party
- Needs of each party
- Health of each party
- Prior standard of living
Spousal support will either be awarded, reserved for a later determination or denied after a determination that neither party is entitled to support. Periodic spousal support can be raised, lowered or canceled at any time based on a change of circumstances. Spousal support may be payable through a Friend of the Court office or by an income withholding order.
Talk To An Experienced Attorney
If you need a legal advocate who will educate you about your options and help you plan for a bright future, call the firm at 734-430-8001. You can also email the firm’s office by filling out this contact form.