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My husband just asked me for a divorce and I want to go ahead and file I’ve been married for 22 years almost 23 in 3 more months...can I get alimony? I’m worried because the way I make provide for the family is I run a daycare out of my home and for the past 2-3 years I have showed more income than him.
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Criminal Defense Attorney serving Deltona, FL
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R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
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You need the advice of an attorney who knows all the facts and financial circumstances.
Answered on Apr 15th, 2013 at 6:30 AM
Divorce Attorney serving Frisco, TX
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Mackoy, Hernandez, Jones and Woods LLP
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Alimony under the Texas Family Code is called spousal maintenance. The court is to award spousal maintenance if the party is unable to support herself after the divorce. The length of time and amount are at the discretion of the judge and dependent upon the facts of the case. I suggest you hire a lawyer.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 4:09 PM
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Peacock Law Group of the Lowcountry, LLC
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In SC, there are several factors which weigh in to whether or not alimony is available. These are very fact intensive determinations made by the Court on a case by case basis. You should consult with a local attorney immediately regarding these matters.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:57 PM
Family Law Attorney serving West Bloomfield, MI
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Law Offices of Eugene Lumberg and Eric S. Lumberg
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In Michigan spousal support is based on several factors including income, length of marriage and education among other issues. You should consult with an attorney to discuss these issues and make an informed decision on proceeding.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:44 PM
Divorce/Family Law Attorney serving Carlsbad, CA
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Anne B. Howard, A Professional Law Corporation
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You should see an attorney regarding this. If you make more than he does, you could end up paying him alimony.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:44 PM
If you make more than him you might have to pay him. Please meet in person with a family law attorney who can review your income information completely and answer your question in much better detail.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:42 PM
When a party to a divorce requests alimony a court must consider a number of factors, one of which is the respective amount each spouse makes. One factor is not dispositive but may reduce or otherwise effect an award of alimony. The best thing to do is to come in for a free consultation to assess all of the factors for alimony and enhancing your chances in your claim for alimony to be granted by the court.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:39 PM
If you earn more income than your husband, you are not entitled to request spousal support. If you have further questions about this, I recommend you consult with an attorney for more specific guidance.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:37 PM
Civil Attorney serving Spokane, WA
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Glenn E. Tanner, Attorney at Law
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In Washington it's maintenance, not alimony.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:36 PM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
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See an attorney. You might be paying alimony.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:35 PM
For such a long term marriage support is certainly possible. You should consult a family law attorney to run the numbers and see what support would be in your case.
Answered on Nov 28th, 2012 at 3:35 PM