When a couple separates or divorces, the court may order one spouse to pay the other a certain amount of support money each month. This is called "spousal support" (also known as alimony).

The judge will take many things into consideration when deciding what spousal support should be ordered. Examples of some things the judge may consider are:

• How long the couple has been married;
• The age and health of each spouse;
• How much income each can earn on their own;
• What the expenses are of each spouse;
• Whether there are minor children at home; and
• The history of the way the couple handled money during the marriage.
• The standard of living the couple experienced during the marriage.

Either spouse can later ask the judge to change the support amount if the situation changes.

You will be guided through the differences between temporary and permanent support.

Spousal support negotiations and presentations before a judge can become very emotional and contentious. The experienced attorneys at the CC LawGroup will help you understand all your options and can help you prepare and present the best possible case.

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