Alimony / Spousal Support
Bucks County Divorce and Alimony Lawyers
Montgomery County · Philadelphia County
An experienced divorce and family law attorney is an indispensable asset in any divorce involving a request for alimony. If you need an experienced divorce lawyer who will protect your financial rights, contact Zlock & Snyder, P.C. in Langhorne or Doyleston.
What is Alimony?
Alimony is a monthly payment made by one spouse to the other after a divorce. Alimony Pendente Lite, often referred to as APL, is a form of alimony that can be awarded during the divorce proceeding. Spousal support is a payment made from one spouse to the other during a separation. When a husband and wife get a divorce in Pennsylvania, the judge presiding in the case has a right to order either party to pay spousal support to the other party.
How is Alimony Determined?
A court may order a man or woman to provide financial support to their spouse during or after a divorce. The determination and calculation of alimony is a complex matter. There are a number of factors that go into determining whether alimony will be granted. Among these factors are:
- The length of the marriage
- The age and health of the parties
- The earning capacities of each spouse
Alimony is Not Guaranteed
Alimony is by no means guaranteed to either party in a divorce and is subject to the discretion of the Court. Judges and the Court are guided by state statutes and existing case law, but they have tremendous discretion to award or deny alimony.
Contact a Family Law Attorney
If you need to speak with an attorney about alimony, divorce, property division, or child support, we can help. For a free consultation, call 267-772-6111 or contact us online. We represent clients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
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