Accomplished Salem Area Spousal Support Attorney
Massachusetts awards spousal support in long-term marriages if one spouse has substantially more assets than the other, or if one spouse needs temporary support in order to increase their earning potential. While the divorce process, including alimony issues, may seem confusing and a bit frightening, a knowledgeable attorney can explain the procedures, answer your questions and ease your concerns during these otherwise difficult times.
The Law Offices of Judith A. Wayne & Associates has nearly 35 years of experience handling all aspects of family law in Massachusetts. Founded by attorney Judith Wayne 1981, our firm has represented hundreds of families in all types of divorce cases, from relatively simple separation agreements to high-asset trials. We take great pride in helping clients cut through emotional barriers and effectively resolve their divorce-related issues.
For a free initial consultation, call 800-879-5503 or contact our law firm online. We offer convenient appointments at offices in Lynn, Salem, Newburyport and Malden.
Extensive Alimony Experience
If you are considering a divorce, an experienced lawyer can be of great assistance. Our firm has a strong background in all family law matters and know how to ensure that our clients' rights are fully protected. During an initial consultation, we will clearly explain some of the factors the court may use to determine the amount and duration of alimony, including:
- Duration of the marriage
- Income level of each spouse
- Age and health of the each party
- Standard of living during the marriage
- Earning power of each spouse based on their education
Our firm is committed to aggressively protecting clients from paying alimony to financially-secure spouses. At the same time, we will always fight to secure alimony for clients who are truly in need of spousal support.
Do You Need Temporary or Permanent Support?
We have extensive experience helping clients obtain permanent, as well as temporary support. Temporary alimony is used to pay attorney's fees, court costs, utilities and other expenses while the divorce is in process. This makes it possible for both sides to afford the services of a divorce lawyer.
The court awards permanent support to those in need of long-term financial help. This generally encompasses individuals who were married for a significant period of time, benefited the marriage in some intangible manner (possibly through raising the children) and passed up opportunities to start their own career in the process. The court will also take the age, health, and living expenses of the person looking for long-term alimony support into consideration.
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Please note, we also work with clients seeking to resolve property division disputes.
To discuss your marital property division or alimony case with an experienced lawyer, call The Law Offices of Judith A. Wayne & Associates at 800-879-5503 or contact our law firm online. We have offices in Lynn, Salem, Newburyport and Malden. Nous parlons Francais.
