How Does The Court Determine Spousal Support?
In general, after a divorce case is filed, if the parties can not agree upon a support amount, then the court will order some type of “interim” support. This amount of support is …
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When May Maintenance And Support Be Awarded By A Court?
Depending on state law, a court may award maintenance to either spouse. Maintenance refers to money payable or property transferable by one spouse to the other after a divorce …
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Can an order for maintenance or support be changed or varied?
A court may vary an order or an interim order for maintenance or support in the following situations: there has been a significant change in the condition, means, needs or other circumstances of …
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What to Look For in a Divorce Attorney
Divorce involves many important issues, such as property, money, and your children. Therefore, it is essential that you hire a divorce attorney who can give you good advice and help you through what are often stressful, time-consuming, and emotional divorce proceedings. First, you should hire a divorce attorney who specializes in family law or has handled many divorce …
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When and How do Courts Order Spousal Support?
When married couples divorce, courts have the authority to order that one spouse pay the other spouse spousal support. Spousal support, which is also known as alimony or maintenance, is meant to protect a spouse’s standard of living. It is usually provided to spouses who have been out of the workforce during the marriage, who have taken part time jobs during the marriage, or …
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Instructions/Options to Enforce Orders
You can use these instructions if you have already obtained a Court order for maintenance and/or child support. The various options identified may …
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Motion to Modify or Terminate Maintenance
Use this form to petition the court to modify or terminate maintenance payments you are making to the other party. (JDF 1401 R7/07)
Order to Modify or Terminate Maintenance
The court will use this form to either grant or deny a motion to modify or terminate maintenance payments. (JDF 1402 R7/07)
