Alimony, also referred to as spousal support, can be a contentious issue that delays the divorce process due to disputes between the spouses. Unlike child support, there are no laws regarding spousal support calculations, and many people are concerned that they will not be treated fairly due to the arbitrary nature of the process.
Our Norfolk Spousal Support Attorney Is an Invaluable Legal Advocate
Since 1971, the law office of Herbert W. Laine has been protecting the financial interests of husbands and wives throughout Virginia. We provide effective and cost-efficient legal representation, and we work to promptly resolve matters, so you can focus on your future instead of your past.
In Virginia, there are three basic types of alimony/spousal support that can be awarded to either spouse:
Temporary alimony — This is awarded to the partner who is in need of financial support, while the divorce is pending and is calculated according to the incomes of the spouses and the expense of establishing an additional household.
Rehabilitative alimony — For couples who have been married for less than 10 years, this type of alimony may be paid over a set period of time. It is usually awarded to the lower income spouse if he or she needs to return to school and/or pursue employment to maintain the same standard of living that was established during the marriage.
Lifetime alimony — If permanent alimony is awarded, it ends only if either spouse dies, remarries or lives with another partner for more than 12 months.
If you are seeking to obtain alimony or want to prevent alimony obligations, it is important to contact us, so we can arrange a free and private meeting for you with Chesapeake alimony attorney Herbert W. Laine. You will have an opportunity to discuss your circumstances with our lawyer and learn about your legal rights and options.
You are under no obligation to retain our services.
