Do I Have to Pay Alimony?

If you’re like many people, you’re wondering, “Do I have to pay alimony?” Because California allows one spouse to ask the other for alimony – commonly called spousal support – during a divorce, it’s a fairly common question. So will you...

Court-Ordered Spousal Support Not Paid: What Can You Do?

If your court-ordered spousal support is not being paid, you may be frustrated and unsure of your options. Fortunately, there are legal remedies available, and the court has mechanisms to enforce these orders. Steps You Can Take If Court-Ordered Spousal Support Is Not...

3 Ways to Potentially Save Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Spousal Support Payments

Spousal support in California can be an extreme burden. The purpose of spousal support is to preserve the marital standard of living. However, under the case of Gavron (which resulted in the “Gavron” warning), it is the public policy of the State of...

What is the Marital Standard of Living and Why Does It Matter?

The Court has a statutory list of 14 factors to consider in making orders for spousal support. Three of those factors directly refer to the marital standard of living. Specifically, the Court needs to consider (1) the earning ability or each party, (2) the ability of...

If I Quit My Job, Do I Still Have to Pay Alimony?

No one enjoys paying alimony to their ex. Sometimes the payment ordered—especially temporary spousal support—can be quite high. Many clients have asked, “Why don’t I just quit my job or take a part-time, minimum-wage position to avoid paying...