Temporary spousal support is much more common than permanent maintenance in a divorce and is awarded automatically if certain guidelines are met and an individual requests it. Temporary support can consist of either rehabilitative support to help one spouse receive the education he or she needs to earn a living or it can be used as restitution to repay a spouse for support during the marriage.
No matter what temporary maintenance issue you have, our lawyers at The Trotto Law Firm, P.C., will create a plan that works best for your situation. We are caring and understanding of your situation. With your best interests always in mind, our staff is able to offer experienced and dedicated service for you. Contact our Rochester law office online or call 585-563-4968 or toll free 866-868-2159 to discuss your specific support concerns with an experienced family law attorney today.
Spousal Support and Child Support Lawyer Serving the Pittsford Area
We help individuals seeking temporary maintenance and those who wish to fight against it. Having experience on both sides of divorce gives us the unique understanding required to build the strongest case for you.
If there is enough difference between the incomes of the spouses, temporary spousal support (alimony in other jurisdictions) will likely be awarded. We have a firm understanding of the New York statutes that judges must follow when setting alimony, and will explain all of your options to you. Certain instances require that lump sums be paid out instead of maintenance over time. Also, the duration of the payments is determined by the length of the marriage.
Long-Term Tax Consequences of Temporary Maintenance
Many individuals do not realize maintenance is tax detectable for the payor. If you want tax deductions, it is often more wise to pay over time instead of in a lump sum. Our proven divorce team will analyze the tax implications of your divorce and guide you on the right path.
Contact The Trotto Law Firm, P.C. in Rochester, New York, for more information about temporary maintenance support.
