Spousal Support Lawyer

Generally, for the court to order one party in a divorce to pay the other party spousal maintenance it is dependant upon who earns more money, also known as the primary wage earner. If you are the primary wage earner, or are in the position to support your former spouse, you may be required to pay spousal maintenance. If your spouse is a primary or is in the position to support you financially, you may be entitled to spousal maintenance. Keep in mind, in an uncontested divorce, you may be able to make your own agreement with your former spouse regarding spousal maintenance.