Different Types of Spousal Maintenance
The term alimony is no longer used in New York State. Nowadays, the payments made to your spouse after a divorce is known as spousal maintenance. There are two different types of spousal maintenance — rehabilitative and lifetime — that the court may order. We recognize that this can be a very trying time. Buffalo Spousal Maintenance Attorney Randy H. Gugino has assisted Western New York residents navigate the complex issues involved in spousal support for over 30 years. Let our experience work for you.
Different Types of Spousal Maintenance | Rehabilitative and Lifetime
Spousal Maintenance is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to another, granted in those instances where there is a disparity between the respective incomes of the parties during a divorce or separation. The purpose of Spousal Maintenance is to help the receiving spouse become financially independent and move on with his or her life post-divorce.
- Rehabilitative Spousal Maintenance: This type of support is durational (temporary) and designed to help the receiving spouse obtain educational training so he or she can pursue a career or livelihood.
- Lifetime Spousal Maintenance: Permanent support that goes on indefinitely. However, it can be changed if the circumstances change and the receiving spouse becomes self-sufficient.
Regardless of the type of spousal maintenance your case involves, Buffalo Spousal Maintenance Attorney Randy H. Gugino will provide you with the trustworthy and skilled legal counsel you need, and dedication you deserve.
Different Types of Spousal Maintenance | Factors the Court Will Consider
There are a number of factors utilized in determining Spousal Maintenance. These include but are not limited to:
- Age and health of each spouse.
- Length of the marriage.
- Income, property and assets of each spouse.
- Present and future earning capacities of each spouse.
- Whether the spouse seeking alimony has the ability to become self-sufficient.
- Whether the spouse seeking support has reduced his or her earning capacity as a result of delaying educational training or employment during the marriage.
- Whether either spouse has child custody.
- Tax consequences to both parties.
- If either spouse is responsible for wasteful dissipation of marital assets.
- Anything else the court considers relevant.
If you need experienced legal aid when dealing with the complexities of spousal maintenance, please contact our offices today to set up a consultation.
