Experienced Alimony Attorneys Representing Clients In Monterey County
If alimony is an issue in your divorce, it is important that you are represented by a skilled family law attorney. We are R.S.C. Law Group, Inc., the largest and most respected family law firm in Monterey County, California. With more than 55 years of combined experience practicing family law, one of our group of alimony lawyers will help you pursue a fair result in your case.
Alimony In California
Alimony is a series of payments from one former spouse to the other following divorce or legal separation. Its purpose is to ensure financial stability for a person with little to no experience working outside the home or in cases where there is a large difference in the spouses’ individual incomes. Most commonly, a court will order alimony for a limited period of time in order to give the recipient the chance to gain the necessary education or job training to become self-sufficient. In limited situations, permanent alimony is possible.
Why Do I Need A Monterey Alimony Lawyer?
Having a skilled attorney is crucial when dealing with the legal process of determining alimony in a divorce. Whether you are requesting alimony or being asked to pay it, an experienced lawyer can help protect your rights and financial interests.
Alimony agreements often need to be adjusted as life circumstances change. If your financial situation shifts – such as due to a job loss or promotion – or if your former spouse’s circumstances change, it may be necessary to modify the existing arrangement. For example, if your ex-spouse remarries or becomes financially independent, that may be grounds to reduce or end alimony payments altogether.
Here are common situations where having a knowledgeable divorce lawyer is essential:
- Understanding your legal rights: A lawyer can clarify your rights under state law so that you either receive or pay a fair amount of alimony based on your financial situation and contributions to the marriage.
- Handling disputes over child custody: If child custody arrangements change, an attorney can help you navigate how it affects alimony, making sure that adjustments are fair and reflect your caregiving responsibilities.
- Evaluating property division: A lawyer will help ensure that the division of property is considered when calculating alimony, helping to balance financial disparities between you and your former spouse.
- Addressing income differences: A lawyer can advocate for a fair outcome considering each party’s financial needs and earning capacities if there’s a significant income gap between you and your spouse.
- Dealing with changes in circumstances: An attorney can assist you in modifying alimony if major life events – like remarriage or relocation – occur, making sure any adjustments align with the law.
- Enforcing alimony orders: If your ex-spouse is not complying with court-ordered alimony payments, a lawyer can help you take legal action to enforce the agreement and recover unpaid amounts.
For those paying alimony, it’s important to consult with a family law attorney if you encounter any of these issues. A lawyer can evaluate whether a change in your alimony arrangement is necessary and help you take the appropriate steps.
Alimony Lawyers With Decades Of Experience
Our lawyers have helped thousands of clients who needed alimony to provide a comfortable home for themselves and their children after divorce. We also assist clients whose former spouse is asking for alimony to which they are not legally entitled. Alimony can become highly contentious for the spouses involved. As seasoned family court litigators, we will aggressively pursue your interests to ensure you the most favorable outcome.
Questions About Alimony? R.S.C. Law Group, Inc., Has The Answers.
Call 831-275-0987 to reach out and schedule a free consultation regarding alimony and other divorce issues relevant to you. From our office in Monterey County, we stand ready to serve you.
