QUESTION
Is this a situation in which the judge would likely order permanent alimony?
Asked on Jan 27th, 2013 on Divorce - California
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I live in California. I am an engineer making $140K a year. My ex-wife to be is a student, who has no means of support, has MS and is able to walk with the use of a cane. The divorce is being initiated because she no longer wants to live with me as roommates rather than as husband and wife. If so, what amount would that be?
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Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
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Permanent alimony in CA called spousal support requires a 10 year marriage.? Temporary support would probably be about $56,000 per year and usually only last 1/3rd to 1/2 the length of the marriage.
Answered on Feb 07th, 2013 at 2:53 AM
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Much more information is needed before a meaningful answer to your question is possible. how long was your marriage. Any children. Did your wife have MS when you got married? The place to look is Family Code 4320, which lists the factors the court is required to consider in deciding permanent support issues.
Answered on Jan 29th, 2013 at 7:07 PM
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Depends on a lot of factors but could be around 35 percent your gross she pays taxes on the alimony.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2013 at 10:41 AM