Riverdale Divorce Maintenance Attorney
The divorce process can bring out a number of fears for the parties involved. One in particular is financial security. It can be difficult to know whether or not you will come out of your divorce with the money and resources you need to move forward with your new life.
At the Law Offices of David Bliven, we understand your fears, and are here to help ensure your financial needs are met. We help individuals seeking to obtain spousal support, as well as those who have been ordered to pay. With more than 15 years of experience, we represent spouses in Greater White Plains and Riverdale, New York.
Do you need the knowledge and skill of an experienced alimony lawyer? Contact us online to schedule your free initial consultation.
Spousal Support in New York
Spousal support (alimony) is determined by a number of issues relating to a marriage. It may be temporary or permanent. Although it is not a given right to either spouse, the courts will generally order a certain amount of spousal support based on the following factors:
- Duration of the marriage
- Income of both spouses
- Age of both spouses
- Health/special needs of either spouse
Circumstances surrounding spousal support are unique to each couple, and therefore the court uses its discretion when determining support orders. In most cases, attorneys' fees for matters surrounding spousal support are paid for by the spouse with the higher income.
Modifications of Spousal Support
As with child support orders, an alimony order may be modified if the court can be shown there has been a substantial change of circumstances in the life of either party involved. To learn if you qualify for a support modification, or to speak with a support professional about your case, call 888-404-0907 or contact us online to speak with a White Plains alimony attorney.
