Illinois Alimony Attorney
The attorneys of Polinske & Associates, P.C. In Edwardsville, Illinois, are experienced in helping clients negotiate or litigate spousal support agreements. Whether you wish to minimize the amount of spousal support you pay or maximize the amount of alimony you expect to receive, we have the legal knowledge and skill required to achieve your goal.
Child Support vs. Spousal Maintenance: A Different Standard
Child support is set by a fixed standard. There are no such clear guidelines when it comes to setting alimony. Spousal support is based on the higher-earning spouse's ability to pay and the lower-earning spouse's need for financial support. In short, each case is evaluated individually.
For example, one parent could demonstrate a true need for spousal support, but would be unable to receive it if the other spouse had no ability to pay. Conversely, a high-earning spouse could easily pay spousal support, but would not be required to do so if the other party also earned a livable income.
A number of factors must be taken into consideration in any decision about spousal support. These factors may include:
- Length of the marriage
- Age of each spouse
- Work and employment history of each spouse
- Educational level of each spouse
- Living standard during the marriage
Rehabilitative maintenance is paid temporarily, until the recipient has acquired the education or skills required to support himself or herself. Alimony may be permanent. A homemaker in her late 50s who had never worked outside the home would be likely candidate for permanent spousal maintenance, if her spouse had the ability to pay.
Contact Our Edwardsville Spousal Support Attorney
To arrange a consultation about your specific concerns, please contact the lawyers of Polinske & Associates, P.C. by e-mail, call us at 618-505-4213 or call toll free at 866-482-3132.
