Should Spousal Support/Alimony Be Part of Your Divorce?
During your marriage, you had probably gotten used to a certain way of living. Among the many challenges that divorce brings, financial struggles are often some of the most difficult. Sometimes, spousal support arrangements are needed.
I — Lawrence D. Fabian — have helped Northern Virginia clients for nearly 20 years determine if spousal support should be included in their divorce settlement. With a focus on providing personal service, I will take the time to understand your needs and help you come to an agreement that protects your interests. Call my Woodbridge office at 703-595-2007 or contact me online to set up your free initial consultation.
Important Factors to Consider in Spousal Support/Alimony Determinations
When you are a parent, you automatically have a financial obligation to provide support for your child. Child support arrangements must be considered and settled.
In Virginia, spousal support does not work the same way. Some divorcing couples never consider spousal support, yet it may be an important issue for others. There are important factors to consider when deciding if your divorce should include a spousal support agreement:
- Length of your marriage — If you have not been married for very long, spousal support may not be an issue. The longer you have been married, the more likely it is that one of you depends on the other financially.
- Amount of need — Even if you have been married for a long time, it is possible that neither of you will need financial support. However, if one of you makes significantly less money, he or she may need support to maintain the lifestyle they have become accustom to living.
As your lawyer, I will use spousal support advisory guidelines to help you come to a fair spousal support arrangement.
Coming to Cooperative Agreements
Over the past two decades, I have discovered that going to court may not be in the parties best interests. Litigation is not only expensive and time consuming, it gives a judge the power to make decisions on your behalf. Mediation and collaborative law empower you and your spouse to make an agreement that fits your unique situation.
Call 703-595-2007 or contact me online to schedule a free initial consultation at my Woodbridge office. We will talk through your situation so you can feel comfortable deciding if I am the right family law attorney to handle your legal needs.
