In the past spousal support or alimony, was provided for former wives by former husbands because the man was generally the breadwinner. Times have changed, now most marriages have both husband and wives as wage earners and women are less dependent. The tradition of women receiving spousal support is eroding. In fact, there are a rising number of cases of ex-wives paying alimony to ex-husbands.
There are a number of factors that are considered for whether or not a spouse receives spousal support. Missouri has no set formula in place to determine spousal support. Instead, a judge will take into consideration the earning ability of one spouse, the duration of the marriage, and the ability of one spouse to pay.
If you were in a long-term marriage and both spouses worked and had comparable incomes, then you are less likely to get alimony. However, in situations of long-term marriage where the wife was a stay-at-home mom, with no particular skill set, spousal support is more likely to be awarded.
The type of spousal support depends much on the financial position of the marriage. The four types include:
It is important to know that long-term marriage is one of more than ten years, but spousal support can possibly be obtained in shorter marriages.
Each divorce has its own unique set of circumstances. Therefore, a judge will have to consider a number of factors when deciding on whether spousal support should be awarded. Some of the things they will consider include:
A Missouri family law judge is permitted to consider any factors he sees fit when contemplating a petition for spousal support. Our spousal support lawyers will go over your personal situation very carefully in order to ensure that the judge is informed of any and all information pertaining to your case.
It can be difficult to prove the need for spousal support, and even more difficult if you are attempting to modify an existing spousal support order. By having our family law firm’s knowledge and experience in spousal support agreements by your side, your chances of achieving your deserved financial help will be increased.
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