Knowledgeable Spousal Support Lawyer in Missouri
When determining the terms of a divorce, it is important to know that spousal support may be ordered in certain situations. Also called alimony or spousal maintenance, spousal support is the amount and number of payments awarded to one spouse to be paid by the other in conjunction with a divorce or separation.
At the Law Offices of Kathleen E. Shaul, P.C., in St. Louis, spousal support and divorce cases are handled with confidentiality and compassion. Attorney Kathleen E. Shaul focuses her attention on handling only family law cases and has years of experience doing so. She can take the time to review your situation and determine how best to proceed with your interests and goals in mind.
Spousal support is determined by considering many different factors, including:
- Length of the marriage
- Age of the parties
- Health of the parties
- Monetary contribution to the marriage of the parties
- Income potential of the parties
- Employment situations
- Fault in the marriage
You have rights and options when it comes to seeking support payments. Contact the firm today to arrange an initial consultation with an experienced spousal support attorney.
Skilled Spousal Support Representation
The firm can help you determine how much spousal support will be paid and for how long, from a planning perspective. Attorney Kathleen E. Shaul and her staff fight hard to ensure that if spousal support is applicable, it is ordered in a reasonable number for a manageable amount of time. A lawyer at our office can also explain the various forms of spousal support, such as rehabilitative, modifiable, and non-modifiable.
Spousal support calculations are not set in stone and can be deviated from as seen fit by the judge in the case. For this reason and others, it may be in your best interest not to leave these decisions up to the court, and instead attempt to arrive at a settlement through mediation or another type of collaborative process. However, when necessary, attorney Shaul can utilize her extensive litigation skills and aggressively advocate on your behalf in court.
To discuss your spousal support or modification options with an experienced divorce lawyer, contact the Law Offices of Kathleen E. Shaul, P.C., today at 314-480-5567 or toll free 1-866-352-7935 to arrange an initial consultation.
