QUESTION
Can I get legal spousal support from a short marriage?
Asked on May 21st, 2015 on Divorce - Nebraska
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Can I still legally get spousal support if the marriage was under a year and there were no children? We bought a house together.
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The chances are slim to none. Perhaps some very unusual circumstances exist, in which case you may wish to consult an experienced family law attorney. Good Luck.
Answered on May 22nd, 2015 at 4:40 PM
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Diane L. Berger
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That would be very doubtful.
Answered on May 22nd, 2015 at 9:12 AM
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Most Judges will say no unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Answered on May 22nd, 2015 at 7:47 AM
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No not usually unless there are very specific issues...i.e. you became disabled during your marriage then maybe.
Answered on May 22nd, 2015 at 12:18 AM
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Buying a house together means the value of it will be divided. It has nothing to do with spousal support. In such a short marriage, it is unlikely you will get spousal support unless there are very unusual circumstances e.g you are critically ill and unable to work right now.
Answered on May 22nd, 2015 at 12:17 AM
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Under the circumstances portrayed it would be very unusual to be awarded any spousal support.
Answered on May 21st, 2015 at 6:36 PM
The answer to your question is, probably not. You can, however, try. My personal philosophy about these issues is that if you don't ask, your spouse can't say YES. Good luck.
Answered on May 21st, 2015 at 6:12 PM
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Its unlikely. Most likely you should plan on selling the house and splitting any equity.
Answered on May 21st, 2015 at 6:12 PM
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Only if other circumstances would warrant it (you became disabled during the marriage, to equalize the property, etc)
Answered on May 21st, 2015 at 6:11 PM