Manassas Spousal Support Lawyer
Spousal support, which used to be called alimony, is the amount that a court may require one spouse to pay to the other for his or her support. It is not available if the couple was not married. Essentially, the spousal support system is designed as a way to ease potential financial difficulties after a divorce.
Manassas spousal support attorney Robert H. Klima has more than 30 years of experience in family law and has helped thousands of people resolve alimony issues. Whether you are paying support or seeking support, he can help ensure that you are treated fairly. He will do his best to help you find financial stability following divorce.
To schedule a meeting with attorney Klima, call 703-361-5051 or toll free 800-747-8783. You can also contact him online.
Types of Spousal Support in Virginia
Our state offers two types of spousal support:
Temporary support: This type of support is paid during the separation period. The amount is based on need versus ability to pay. Litigation can occur if there are questions about the income and expenses of either spouse. There is currently an effort underway to create guidelines for temporary support awards. Those guidelines already apply in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts.
Permanent support: This type of support is ordered as part of the final divorce decree. The judge can order support to be paid for a certain number of years. Support also ends when the recipient remarries. The amount is based on a number of factors, including the parties':
- Age
- Education
- Health
- Income history
- Length of marriage
Mr. Klima can help you to arrive at the right amount of support, whether you are the party seeking it or the party who will be paying it.
Contact a Prince William County Alimony Attorney
To schedule an initial consultation to discuss your spousal support concerns with Mr. Klima, call 703-361-5051 or toll free 800-747-8783. You can also contact him online. Our office is open 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Mr. Klima represents individuals and families living in communities in Prince William and Fauquier counties, including Manassas, Woodbridge, Gainesville, Haymarket, Bristow, Warrenton and surrounding counties.