QUESTION
In California, does a man have to pay alimony if not legally separated?
Asked on Feb 21st, 2013 on Divorce - California
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Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
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Spousal support must be paid if it is ordered by the court. Legal separation is defined as living separate with the intent to divorce.
Answered on Feb 25th, 2013 at 7:31 PM
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Anne B. Howard, A Professional Law Corporation
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Alimony only has to be paid after it is court ordered but it can be ordered retroactive to the date the other side files for a hearing on alimony. However, if you pay something, you can ask the court to give you credit for what you pay. It looks better if you pay something towards your spouse's support if support would be ordered. Talk to an attorney about amount and duration.
Answered on Feb 24th, 2013 at 11:48 PM
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John H. Sibbison, III Professional Law Corporation
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You only have to pay alimony if you ate court ordered to do so.
Answered on Feb 24th, 2013 at 11:39 PM