Discussions About Spousal Support In California Do Not Have To Be Destructive
Of all the challenging conversations people have when heading into a divorce, the issue of spousal support tends to be the most acrimonious. Long- or short-term spousal support – also called alimony – puts divorcing spouses in a specific kind of conflict. However, it does not always have to become a major dispute.
At Law Offices of David K. Yamamoto, we’re family law attorneys with over 40 years of combined experience helping people in Torrance and the surrounding areas find resolutions to their family law challenges. We’re dedicated to finding low-conflict solutions, even when emotions and stakes are high. We work to find long-lasting, working solutions that all parties can live with.
How Alimony Works In California
The law in California has certain factors that are considered to determine spousal support amounts. The law’s goal is to allow a partner who has been financially dependent on the other – either partially or completely – to maintain the same or similar lifestyle as they were living while married. The law looks at such factors as
- The length of the marriage
- The assets of each spouse
- The income of each spouse
- Age and health of each spouse
- The needs of each spouse
- Marital standard of living
- Potential medical bills
- Any history of domestic violence
- Ability to pay
- A spouse’s ability to work
There are many factors that impact the amount and the duration of spousal support..
Temporary Vs. Permanent Spousal Support
Spousal support in California falls into two categories: Temporary and Permanent. Temporary support can often start right at the beginning of divorce proceedings and is meant to help alleviate the financial pressure on the spouse that needs support. Permanent support is meant to secure a person’s financial outlook for a longer amount of time after the divorce is final.
Not every divorce even leads to a spousal support order, but it is important to have us work with you to advocate for you whether you are the spouse that needs support or the spouse that may have to pay support. We put our clients first and work extremely hard to make smart, thoughtful decisions that avoid turning the divorce proceedings into a protracted fight.
We’re Ready To Get To Work For You
We are hardworking, dedicated family law and spousal support lawyers. We understand the challenges that you are facing, and we will meet them with compassion and insight. You have options. To learn more about us, call our firm at 310-905-6463 or send an email using this form.