Experienced New Orleans Attorney Assisting with Alimony
Louisiana law provides for alimony, which can provide temporary or permanent financial support to one spouse during and after a divorce. The period of time and the amount of alimony paid by one spouse to the other can be decided upon by the parties. If the parties cannot agree on spousal support, the courts will decide. At the Law Office of John J. Finckbeiner, Jr., we can protect your rights as alimony agreements are reached. We proceed through negotiations or litigation toward a favorable alimony decision on your behalf.
Would you like to speak with a lawyer regarding alimony? Contact our firm today to arrange your complimentary consultation.
What factors are considered in determining how much alimony I pay?
This is a common question many of our clients have. Generally, duration and amount of alimony will depend upon the following:
- Financial needs of each party
- Income of each party
- Financial obligations of each party
- Current and future earning capacity of each party
- Child custody and the effect on a party’s finances
- Education, training and employment for the claimant party
- Age and health of each party
- Length of the marriage
- Tax consequences for each party
Alimony may be awarded during divorce litigation. After the divorce has been finalized, it may also be awarded on a permanent basis.
Not all divorces will involve alimony payments from one spouse to the other spouse. Our firm knows the many factors and circumstances that can determine alimony. We take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions and obtain favorable results on your behalf. To arrange your free consultation, contact us today.
