Is spousal support the same thing as alimony?
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Is spousal support the same thing as alimony?
“Spousal support” is the money that one spouse may have to pay to the other spouse for their financial support following a separation or divorce. It is sometimes called “alimony” or “maintenance.” Spousal support is usually paid on a monthly basis, but it can be paid as a lump sum.
How does length of marriage affect divorce?
The length of a marriage will affect how much property is awarded to each spouse upon divorce. Generally speaking, the longer the marriage, the more likely it is that the court will go beyond a simple 50/50 division of assets and instead award a greater portion of marital property to one of the spouses.
Can I kick my wife out if I own the house?
A dwelling exclusion order, or “kick out” order, is a legal document that gives you the right to exclude your spouse from your home. Once the court grants the dwelling exclusion order under Family Code 6321, your spouse must leave the residence or face legal consequences such as arrest.
