Accomplished Boston North Shore Alimony 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.
I am Judith A. Wayne — a Boston divorce lawyer with more than 30 years of experience. I started my law firm in 1981, and since then I have represented hundreds of families in all types of divorce cases, from relatively simple separation agreements to high-asset trials. I take great pride in helping clients cut through emotional barriers and effectively resolve their divorce-related issues. Contact me today — I offer convenient appointments at my law offices in Lynn and Malden.
Extensive Alimony Experience
If you are considering a divorce, an experienced lawyer can be of great assistance. I have a strong background in all family law matters and know how to ensure that the rights of my clients' rights are fully protected. During an initial consultation, I 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
I am committed to aggressively protecting clients from paying alimony to financially-secure spouses. At the same time, I will always fight to secure alimony for clients who are truly in need of spousal support.
Do You Need Temporary or Permanent Support?
I 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, I can also work with clients seeking to resolve property division disputes.
To discuss your marital property division or alimony case with an experienced lawyer, contact my law offices in Lynn or Malden. Je parle Francais. Se habla español.
