Protecting Your Interests in the Divorce Process
When one spouse has become financially dependent upon the other during the marriage, the court can award spousal support, also known as alimony. Although spousal support is not a part of every divorce, it is still important that you talk to an attorney who can help you fully understand how spousal support payments may factor into your divorce.
At The Law Offices of James Flexer, we educate clients about whether they can reasonably expect to receive alimony or pay it, and if so, how much. Contact us today for a free consultation with a knowledgeable divorce lawyer. We have offices in Nashville, Murfreesboro and Columbia.
Can You Expect to Pay or Receive Alimony?
Spousal support (also referred to as alimony or spousal maintenance) is determined by a wide range of factors. Some of the specific factors considered by Tennessee courts in determining whether alimony is appropriate in any given divorce include:
- The length of the marriage
- Each spouse's monetary and non-monetary contributions to the marriage
- The relative earning and employment potential of each spouse
- Each spouse's age and health
Spousal support calculations are not set in stone and can be deviated from as seen fit by the judge in the case. For this reason and others, it may be in your best interest not to leave these decisions up to the court and instead attempt to arrive at a negotiated or mediated settlement. When necessary, however, we utilize our extensive litigation skills and aggressively advocate for our clients in court.
Let Our Law Firm Start Helping You Today
The lawyers at our firm are familiar with the criteria for spousal support under Tennessee family law and can help you understand your rights. We also help clients obtain post-divorce modifications of spousal support orders. Don't hesitate to contact us to discuss how we can help you.
