Spousal Support
For many people, deciding to end a marriage comes with a hit to their standard of living—especially if their spouse has been the primary breadwinner. If you are facing the possibility of financial difficulty or are unable to support yourself fully in the wake of a divorce, you may be eligible for some form of spousal support. As a family law attorney for nearly twenty years, Hollie A. Lemkin has extensive experience in helping her clients receive the support they need to sustain themselves for the next chapter of life.
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At the Law Offices of Hollie A. Lemkin, we’re committed to helping you get the spousal support you need in an amount that is fair and reasonable. Call our offices for more information.
Spousal Support
Other Things to Know
California recognizes three possible types of spousal support:
- Temporary support—enables a lower-earning spouse to cover expenses while the divorce is in process. Temporary support ends when the divorce is final.
- Rehabilitative support—helps a lower-earning spouse gain additional education and job skills until they are self-sufficient.
- Permanent support—generally awarded on an indefinite basis, usually reserved for marriages lasting more than 10 years and/or when the lower-earning spouse is unable to enter the workforce. For shorter marriages, “permanent” support typically lasts half the length of the marriage; for longer marriages, it might last until the recipient remarries or until it can be proven they no longer need it.
Spousal Support
Determining How Much to Ask For
Judges take a lot of factors into account when deciding whether to award spousal support—including the length of the marriage, income versus expenses, health and earning ability of the spouses, etc. There is no set formula to determine how much to ask for (or how much will be awarded), but a general rule of thumb is that it should be enough to maintain the customary standard of living you had when you were married.
Modification of Spousal Support
In many divorces, domestic violence, custody or other family disputes, the children If a significant life change occurs after your divorce, it may be necessary to go back and request an adjustment to the amount of support you receive. If you lose your job, for example, you may need at least a temporary increase in support. We can work with you and your ex, either by mediation or in the courts, to make sure you are receiving what you need moving forward.
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Clients Say
I can't say enough about Hollie Lemkin and how she handled my child custody case. Hollie not only dispelled a huge amount of misconceptions regarding child custody, she fought hard to be sure I got equal time with my son. My ex-wife had brainwashed me making me think I had no rights and tried a lot of unsubstantiated allegations against me that Hollie got ironed out. If you want a real attorney with teeth, expert knowledge in Family Law and court experience, I would highly recommended her. I was lucky that a good friend of mine recommended her to me who had the same positive outcome with Hollie.
Jeff P.
Hollie responded immediately, especially when i needed it most. She was professional in every way and has answered every question and gone beyond her call of duty. She has even helped me with other unrelated legal questions. I think she is a Rock Star!
Cindy S.
If you want the "Mike Tyson" of attorney's in your corner, someone to fight for you and not take any crap, then Hollie Lemkin is your person!!! My ex-wife came after me for alimony and more child support. My ex had me believing all these things and amounts that were totally false. Once I hired Hollie, she got right to work and dispelled all the BS that I was being fed. Her confidence in my case made my sleepless nights go away. And when it came time to go to court, my ex wife attorney didn't stand a chance. I got everything I wanted and more. Now I have closure and can move on with my life with nothing to worry about concerning my ex wife. Thank you again Hollie
T. S.
Hollie is very professional, knowledgeable, and always accessible. She answers all questions and explains everything step by step. She is very efficient in her legal work and does not push services that are costly or unneeded. I highly recommend her service if you are seeking a professional attorney in family law.
A S.
