Spousal Support Lawyer Riverside

Spousal support in Riverside, CA

Spousal support (previously called “alimony” or “alimony payments”) is one of the most hotly contested issues in a divorce. When a couple, who is already struggling financially then separates, money becomes much tighter. The same money that was used to support one household, is now expected to be able to support two households.

This is one reason divorce can be financially devastating to both parties. Although the cost of living in the Riverside and Murrieta areas is lower than other parts of Southern California, it is still difficult to make ends meet after a divorce.
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Calculation of spousal support

If you are going through a divorce and one spouse is not working, chances are that an order for spousal support will be made. Calculating how much spousal support will be owed and for how long it will be paid depends on your particular situation.

Typically, people paying spousal support will feel that the amount to be paid is unfair, because it will be financially difficult for them. People who receive spousal support are usually worried about how they will be able to make ends meet on such a small amount of money.

California Spousal Support Calculator

You can calculate your spousal support here: Spousal Support Calculator
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Where Can I find An Alimony Attorney in Riverside

This is a difficult time in your life. Maybe you’ve supported your spouse throughout your marriage and now you face the possibility that your financial future will be ruined. All your hard work is gone. You’re worried – and with good cause. You want to know how much spousal support will be and how long it will be for. However, spousal support is unpredictable, because it depends on many different factors.

If you need an experienced family attorney who knows the law regarding spousal support, look no further. The law office of Family Law Matters has handled thousands of cases like yours. We have the knowledge, skill and experience to help you maximize your results. We also know the local court and the local judges. You will not need to worry about being “home towned” by an attorney who is friendly with your judge.

Spousal Support in California and the Imaginary Ten-Year Rule

If the marriage lasted ten years or longer, would spousal support continue indefinitely? Not precisely.
There is a widespread misperception that if a couple divorces after more than ten years of marriage, a rule demanding indefinite alimony payment applies. There is no such thing as a "Ten Year Rule" in reality. The following are the facts:

According to California law (Family Code Section 4336(a)), if a marriage is "of extended duration," the court "retains jurisdiction" indefinitely after the divorce is finalized, unless the spouses agree differently. Retaining jurisdiction implies that the court retains the authority to make decisions about things between the spouses and can reevaluate and alter its initial rulings as the facts warrant. Any marriage lasting more than ten years is automatically deemed "prolonged," although shorter marriages are occasionally considered lengthy as well.

Why You Need an Attorney who Practices in Riverside

Spousal support is money paid by one spouse to the other. The purpose of spousal support is to help maintain the lower earner until that person is able to get on his or her feet. Spousal support can conceivably go on long after your divorce has been finalized. In fact, it is possible a “permanent” order for spousal support will go on for the rest of your life.

For this reason, it is important that when you hire an attorney to represent you in your divorce, it is someone who knows both the law and the court.

Widely known by attorneys, but not often discussed with clients is the idea that local attorneys have an advantage in litigation. They have already developed a rapport with the court, who- so long as the attorney has a good reputation- gives them an edge. 

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