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Exploring The Legal Process

Hello everyone! I'm Gael Phillips. It is nice to meet you. I'm here to talk to you about criminal laws, court proceedings and legal repercussions. I feel that sharing this knowledge is important, as many people do not realize how the legal process works. My first, and only, scrape with the law left me shaken. I did not know what to expect throughout the entire case, so I felt unprepared for the outcome. I hope to share my knowledge with people who are in need of support throughout the legal process. I will also post stories full of information about past legal cases for an idea about how the law works. The legal process doesn't need to be scary and mysterious. Sharing stories can give others the insight they need about their situation. Thanks for visiting, come back often!

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Can You Seek Spousal Support?

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Spousal support also called alimony in some states, is something that spouses often seek when going through a divorce. If you earn significantly less income than your spouse when you divorce, you might have the option of asking the court for spousal support. If you are interested in doing this in your divorce, talk to your lawyer to learn more. Here are several things you might want to know about spousal support.

The Laws in Your State Affect Your Ability to Receive It

The first thing to know is that you must follow the laws in your state when requesting spousal support. While most states allow it, each state has different rules relating to it. For example, some states might not allow you to ask for it unless you have specific grounds for your divorce. Other states have strict rules relating to who can request it, while other states have fewer rules, allowing spouses an easier time getting approved for it. You can talk to your divorce lawyer about it if you have questions.

The Reason for Requesting It

Spousal support provides payments from one spouse to the other during and after their divorce. The payments help the lower-income spouse pay their bills and get by financially for a time period. If you want to request spousal support, you will need a reason. For example, maybe you do not currently work. If this is the case, you might need time to find a job. Another reason is if you need to go back to school to learn new skills to get a better-paying job. You can request spousal support for many reasons, and your lawyer can help you determine if you have a good reason for requesting it.

The Different Types of Spousal Support

It is also important to know that there are different types of spousal support. One type is temporary support. With this type, you might receive the payments during your divorce case only. Once your divorce is finalized, the payments might end. Another type is permanent spousal support. With this type, you receive payments for the rest of your life or until you remarry. Your lawyer can also help you understand the other types of spousal support you can request.

A divorce is never an easy situation to go through, which is why you should choose a divorce attorney carefully. If you need assistance and do not have an attorney yet, start looking for one today.