At The Betz Law Firm, we have extensive experience helping St. Louis clients navigate Missouri alimony laws. When going through a divorce in Missouri, one of the primary concerns for many spouses is alimony, also known as spousal maintenance. Understanding how long alimony lasts can help you plan your financial future and set realistic expectations. … Read more
If you’re considering seeking a modification to your alimony arrangement, it’s crucial to work with an experienced family law attorney who can guide you through the process and advocate for your interests. Alimony, also known as spousal support, is often awarded as part of a divorce settlement to help one spouse maintain financial stability after … Read more
In Missouri, alimony, often called spousal support or maintenance, is calculated based on various factors with no strict formula. In Missouri, there is no straightforward formula for calculating alimony. Instead, the courts consider various factors to ensure a fair and equitable decision. At The Betz Law Firm, we will assist you in understanding how alimony … Read more
Spousal Support or Spousal Maintenance, also known as alimony, is a payment made by one spouse to their former spouse after the divorce. In Missouri, there is no set method to calculate Spousal Support. Whether or not you will be paying or receiving spousal maintenance, the amount is usually decided on a case-to-case basis. Typically, during … Read more
Due to the subjective nature of spousal support agreements and proceedings, determining the spousal support you deserve can be difficult. Missouri does have alimony, but it’s commonly referred to as spousal support or simply “maintenance.” Let’s explore spousal support in Missouri, explaining how it’s determined, how long it lasts, the qualifications the spouse seeking maintenance … Read more
Imagine you’ve made it through your divorce. Now, years later, your former spouse is getting remarried. What does that mean for the maintenance that the family court judge ordered? Well, as long as it is a legal marriage, you are released from your alimony payments, effective the date of the new marriage. In fact, Missouri … Read more