What factors affect spousal support calculations?

 

There are many factors that go into calculating spousal support and alimony in California. These include:

  • Length of the marriage
  • Standard of living while married
  • Earning capacity of the spouse requesting support
  • Other spouse’s ability to pay support
  • Age and health of both spouses
  • Division of assets and debts
  • Custody arrangements for any children
  • Any history of domestic violence
  • Existence of any prenuptial agreement

If you are getting divorced it is essential to have an experienced family law attorney help you through the process to ensure you get a fair spousal support settlement.