Salem, MA, Alimony Lawyers
Spousal Support and Maintenance Attorneys in Massachusetts
An Experienced Divorce Lawyer at RA JAWORSKI PC Is on Your Side
In Massachusetts, the laws surrounding alimony payments are in a state of flux. Currently, almost every spouse can be affected by alimony, also known as spousal support or spousal maintenance. Will you receive or have to pay alimony as part of your divorce settlement or decree?
An experienced divorce lawyer at RA JAWORSKI PC will be able to answer your questions surrounding both temporary and permanent alimony awards as well provide information on how to construct an agreement that plans for retirement.
Contact us to arrange a consultation.
Alimony in Massachusetts
Currently legislation is pending that will affect alimony in Massachusetts. If passed, alimony laws will be more formula driven. Much will depend on the specifics of your marriage, such as:
- Length of marriage (i.e. the longer you've been married, the greater the chance alimony will be awarded)
- Station during marriage, or the general lifestyle to which you've become accustomed
- Income ability as reflected in education level and work experience
- Health issues or any other serious problems that may impact your ability to work
The Advantage of Calling RA JAWORSKI PC
In almost every case, you will leave your initial consultation with one of our accomplished divorce and family law attorneys with an excellent idea of the likelihood that alimony may or may not be part of your divorce settlement.
If you are able to provide us with specific records or even a general idea of the income and financial assets involved on both sides, we can offer you a quick and reliable assessment of your chances of being ordered to pay or receive alimony.
If you have already filed for divorce and are seeking experienced representation to stand up for your rights in an alimony dispute, please contact us today. Our attorneys assist people seeking alimony in Andover, Beverly, Boxford, Hamilton, Wenham, Winchester and Topsfield and throughout Massachusetts.
For more information about potential adaptations to alimony law, read our article entitled "Change May Be Coming for Massachusetts Alimony Law ".
