Spousal support or alimony is based upon a number of factors in a marriage. It is not a right for either spouse, but is more commonly intended as temporary support during the pendency of a divorce. Permanent spousal maintenance is rare and is usually reserved for those marriages that had a much longer duration. Due to the varied outcomes of alimony, a spouse considering divorce should seek the legal advice of a competent New York City divorce attorney.
Effective Alimony Representation
At the law firm of Shaked & Posner, each of our New York spousal support lawyers has more than 17 years of experience. We have the extensive qualifications to aggressively litigate and negotiate your divorce proceedings, including the issue of alimony. Due to the recent change in New York divorce law to now being a no-fault divorce state, the experience of your divorce attorney matters even more. To speak with one of our knowledgeable spousal support attorneys, contact our New York law office for a free initial consultation.
New York Spousal Support Law
Every couple is different and every circumstance is different. That is why the court has a lot of discretion in determining alimony. The court will look at several factors in deciding whether spousal support is required and the frequency and amount. These factors include:
- Age and health of both spouses
- Duration of the marriage
- Current income levels of both spouses
- Future earning potentials
- Special needs of a spouse
- Any contributions made by either spouse
New spousal support law in New York requires that attorneys' fees be paid by the party with the greater income. Therefore, if you are a spouse who has been struggling to make ends meet due to the pendency of a divorce, there is a presumption that the other more monied spouse will have to pay for your attorney fees. The purpose of this law was to create a fairer system due to the fact that prior to this new law, a less-monied spouse would potentially have to represent themselves because they could not afford counsel.
The new law essentially fixes attorneys fees and temporary spousal support. An online New York calculator of spousal support can serve as a general estimate. However, speak to a competent attorney for proper representation.
Contact Our Brooklyn Alimony Attorneys
If you think divorce is in your future and are seeking spousal support, we offer a free initial consultation to answer your questions. We represent clients throughout the New York City area.
At Shaked & Posner, we believe in compassionate representation. We provide all of our clients with the individualized attention they deserve. Contact our Brooklyn alimony attorneys for a no-cost evaluation of your divorce.
