Length of Spousal Support
The duration of spousal support is determined on a case-by-case basis and is left to the discretion of the court. The courts rarely favor “lifetime support.” Rather, spousal support typically lasts for half the length of a marriage that was less than 10 years in duration. In marriages that lasted longer than 10 years, the court does not set a duration for alimony. The spousal support payments will end only when the supporting party proves that spousal support is no longer necessary. The general guideline in all spousal support cases is that the support should last as long as necessary for the supported spouse to become self-supporting.
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When dealing with spousal support, whether you are seeking it or being required to pay, it is important to work with a knowledgeable attorney who can fight for the outcome you deserve. At the Law Offices of Steven Giammichele, we work hard to provide the strongest representation to obtain the best results.
To work with a Laguna Woods spousal support lawyer who has your best interests in mind, call (949) 303-7811 or contact us online.