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Cape May Spousal Support Attorney
At Putterman Legal, our Cape May spousal support lawyer provides solutions-focused legal guidance and support to clients. For more than 30 years, we have helped people solve real problems in the most sensitive, cost-effective manner. Our team knows family and divorce cases. If you are trying to navigate an issue related to spousal support, we have the experience you can trust. Contact our Cape May spousal support attorney today for a confidential consultation.
What to Know About Spousal Support in Cape May, New Jersey
N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 is New Jersey’s spousal support statute. When a New Jersey couple divorces and one spouse earns substantially more than the other or otherwise has a far more favorable financial position, the court may require support payments (alimony). Though, to be clear, spousal support is only awarded in a minority of divorce cases. Factors considered in spousal support cases include:
- How long the marriage lasted;
- Each spouse’s ability to earn income;
- Each spouse’s current and likely health; and
- The lifestyle established during the marriage.
In New Jersey, spousal support for short marriages is often limited in duration. Indeed, the award may run no longer than the marriage unless something unusual happens. However, If a marriage lasted twenty years or more, the court might award open-duration alimony that ends only when a triggering event happens (death, remarriage, retirement of the payor) unless the court finds good cause otherwise.
How Our Cape May Family Lawyer Can Help
Spousal support cases are complicated. It is normal to have a lot of questions about your rights, your responsibilities, and your legal options. Bonnie Putterman is a top-rated Cape May family lawyer. Whether you may be required to pay or entitled to receive alimony, our team can help. We encourage you to review our client testimonials and reach out to us directly with any questions.
Spousal Support in Cape May: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No. In fact, in most cases, it is not awarded. In New Jersey, a court reviews financial information before deciding if support is necessary.
It depends. The duration of spousal support in New Jersey will vary based on several factors. The most important thing is how long the marriage lasted. For marriages under twenty years in Cape May, alimony usually cannot exceed the marriage’s length.
Yes. Absolutely. While an existing alimony order/agreement will be assumed to be appropriate. Either spouse can ask the court to modify or terminate support if circumstances change, such as retirement, job loss, or remarriage of the receiving spouse.
Speak to Our Cape May, NJ Spousal Support Lawyer Today
At Putterman Legal, our Cape May spousal support lawyer has more than 30 years of experience helping clients navigate real problems. If you have questions about alimony, we can help. Call us now at (609) 625-8383 or contact us online to set up your completely confidential initial appointment. We handle alimony cases in Cape May County and throughout all of New Jersey.
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