Determining Permanent Spousal Support
Contrary to what you might think, permanent spousal support is not mandatory. It is up to the discretion of the court and is based on several factors. It is not generated by a standardized calculator the way child support and temporary spousal support can be. It must...
How Does Spousal Support Work?
Spousal support, also called alimony, is monthly payments made by one ex-spouse to another to support the other financially. The aim is to provide the other with enough money to maintain the standard of living provided during the marriage. It prevents divorces from...
Determining Income for the Purpose of Child Support
Oftentimes a parent’s income and expenses go far beyond a paycheck and groceries. Factors ranging from investments to medical expenses to bridge tolls can influence a parent’s overall income for the purpose of child support. Discretionary Expenses It may...
California Grandparent Visitation Rights
For many families, grandparents play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren, and perhaps even fill the role of parents in some households. In these cases, a divorce or separation can leave grandparents wondering whether or not they’ll still be able to...
The Child Support Calculator and Special Circumstances
Online child support calculators can be a useful tool to provide a ballpark figure of what you can expect. But as all situations are unique in their own way, standardized calculators don’t always account for special circumstances. This means they are not accurate in...
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