“If somebody is divorced and their former spouse’s income had doubled, what would they do in that case?” They can go online and look at what the guidelines would provide, or they can go to their local domestic relations office in each county and file a petition to increase. They could go to a lawyer […]
Alimony and Spousal Support
I will be awarded alimony, how long can I expect to collect it for?
I will be awarded alimony, how long can I expect to collect it for? Being awarded alimony, otherwise known as spousal support in California, is based on a number of factors that are set forth in Family Code §4320. Some of those factors are the income of the spouses, the length of the marriage, the […]
WATCH: My lawyer tells me I’m eligible for spousal support, but I feel so guilty about my affair…
This is an excellent question, as it is the type of real-life feedback that is often discussed in a modern law office. The lawyer’s client-centered approach will help this conversation develop. Also remember that we are also dealing with clients who experience their spouse’s extramarital affair and consequently are reacting with anger, confusion, dissolution, despair, […]
Is it a better financial decision to take my divorce settlement money in a lump sum?
I am expecting to receive some money from my divorce settlement. Is it better to get it in a lump sum or over time?
If my husband reports lower income than he earns, how can I ensure I’m paid my fair share?
My husband and I are getting a divorce and I’m worried that I won’t get the amount of spousal support I’m entitled to because my husband has always reported lower income for tax purposes than he typically earns. How can I ensure I’m paid my fair share?
Who will pay for our kids’ private school after we divorce?
Who will pay for our kids’ private school after we divorce? With the child and spousal support I expect to be paying, I don’t know how I’ll afford the tuition.
My ex-wife and our two kids have moved in with her boyfriend. Do I still have to pay
“My ex-wife and our two kids have moved in with her boyfriend. Do I still have to pay alimony and child support?” You may be entitled to relief on alimony, but not on child support. Alimony is based on your ex-wife’s need for support from you. If she no longer has a need, you may […]
Can I make modifications to my Divorce Decree in Illinois?
“Can I make modifications to my Divorce Decree? My circumstances have changed, and I’m going to need more support.”
Are Alimony and Child Support payments taxable in IL?
Learn about the tax consequences child support and spousal support may carry, and how taxes work in both situations.
I’m about to remarry, will my ex still need to pay alimony payments?
Your remarriage will result in an end to your receiving alimony from your spouse, and the only time this isn’t true is in divorce judgments.
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