Pennsylvania Spousal Support and Alimony Lawyers
One of the greatest concerns for any spouse that is going through a divorce is the issue of spousal support. Whether you believe you should receive spousal support, or whether you anticipate having to pay some form of spousal support, this issue can be a source of great uncertainty. The Bethlehem support and alimony attorneys of Gardner Law Office represent clients in the Lehigh Valley and beyond. The lawyers of the firm can help you accomplish your goals as to spousal support and alimony. Contact the firm today.
There Are Three Different Kinds of Spousal Support in Pennsylvania
- Spousal Support: In Pennsylvania, spousal support refers to any money paid to a spouse prior to or after the filing of divorce. If the parties share a residence, spousal support is typically not available.
- Alimony Pendente Lite (APL): APL refers to payments made by one spouse to the other while the divorce litigation is pending.
- Alimony: Alimony is awarded when the terms of the divorce become final. Courts only award alimony to a spouse that is unable to meet their standard of living, after taking the spouse's income, earning capacity and other assets into account.
In Pennsylvania, alimony is calculated based on the differences in income and earning capacity between the parties. In cases where one spouse is not fully reporting all sources of income, the attorneys of Gardner Law Office can locate these sources of income and make certain they are entered into these calculations.
In the years after a divorce decree is finalized, it may be necessary to modify the terms of the divorce decree. Alimony is often the subject of modification, particularly if either party experiences a substantial change in income.
Contact the Bethlehem Support and Alimony Attorneys at Gardner Law Office
Gardner Law Office provides experienced, knowledgeable counsel to people throughout Bethlehem, Allentown, Easton, the Lehigh Valley and beyond. Contact the firm via e-mail or call 610-228-4626 or toll free at 888-392-3518 to discuss your situation.
