“You have to pay her how much?” Maggie asks Bill on their second date after his recent divorce. “We’re still working on the numbers but it’s not too much. We’re trying to work it out on our own without the court getting involved. It’s called contractual alimony,” Bill says to Maggie as he tries to… Read More
The Top Five Need-to-Know Concepts for Spousal Maintenance in Texas
What determines spousal maintenance in Texas when it comes to divorce? While divorce is something known by all, the specifics of what controls different payments and conditions is rather complex and known by few. Do you feel overwhelmed by the potential for or process of divorce? If so, you aren’t alone. For many people, the… Read More
Basics of Alimony
Spousal support, or alimony, may be awarded following a divorce. It provides financial support to a spouse who did not earn an income during the marriage or who earned a much lower income. Spousal support may last for a certain time period or, in some cases, may be ordered for life. The decision to award… Read More