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Syracuse Spousal Support Attorneys

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Spousal support is intended to help the supported spouse maintain the same or similar lifestyle as they did while they were married or grant the supported spouse time to become self-sufficient. In many states, spousal support is known as “alimony”; however, in New York, it is labeled “maintenance.”

There are two different types of maintenance in New York. First, temporary maintenance (or pendente lite) is granted to supported spouses for immediate financial need while the divorce case is in process. Second, post-divorce maintenance is granted to the supported spouse after the divorce is finalized. This type of divorce can only be terminated by death of either spouse, remarriage of supported spouse or if the supported spouse is living with someone else.

If you are facing a divorce and are curious about spousal support, contact my Syracuse firm today.

Deciding the Amount & Extent of Spousal Support

For post-divorce maintenance, there is no fixed formula used to determine maintenance in New York. Typically, judges will consider a variety of factors to decide the amount and extent of spousal support.

Such factors include but are not limited to:

  • Present and future income
  • Age and health
  • Length of marriage
  • Tax consequences
  • Unfair property transfers
  • Ability of supported spouse to become self-sufficient
  • Existence of a pre-marital joint household
  • Status of children and child-related costs

Divorces, and by extension maintenance, can be complex issues that will likely require legal mediation. My firm offers aggressive advocacy that is backed by compassion and understanding. I may be able to help you navigate your difficult divorce and move on to a brighter future.

Put Two Decades of Legal Experience on Your Side

If you are interested in pursuing spousal support before or after your divorce or are in need of immediate mediation, get in touch with Haddad Law Office, P.C. today for a confidential consultation. I maintain an exclusive focus on all family law matters, and I want to help protect both you and your family.

Call me, an experienced Syracuse spousal support lawyer, today at (315) 505-8176 to schedule a consultation.

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    Never one to back down from a trial or another attorney's maneuvers, I take on cases determined to achieve an optimal outcome. My belief is that all clients who come my way deserve my unwavering attention and advocacy. My name is Laurin R. Haddad, and I am a Syracuse divorce and family law attorney with more than a decade of litigation experience to put into your case. You can find the aggressive representation you need at my firm. EDUCATION & CAREER A Central New York native, I enjoyed growing ...
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