By William J. Phelan, IV, Esq., Cordell & Cordell Family Law Attorney One of the most notable federal social safety net programs of the past century are the disability benefits programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA).
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Anyone who has gone through a divorce or child custody case knows there are many elements of the family law system that just do not seem to make much sense.
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Question: I recently separated from my wife after five years of marriage and she is pursuing child and spousal support. I received documentation from her attorney stating I owe $1,000 per month in spousal support and another $800 in child support. That is well more than I can reasonably afford. …
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Question: I’ve been married for about eight months and have no children. If we divorce, will my wife be eligible for spousal maintenance?
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Question: Will I have to pay spousal support forever on a marriage that lasted 15 years? I make $100,000 and my ex-wife makes $35,000.
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Divorce can be devastating financially, regardless of how much money you have.
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Question: How is alimony affected by cohabitation? I have evidence to prove my ex is living with another man, but they are not married.
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A divorce can destroy an individual’s finances for years to come. The average cost of a divorce ranges anywhere from $4,000 to $15,000 or more. On top of that, it’s likely you’ll be left paying child support or spousal support, which can rapidly drain your savings. With so much at …
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Question: I have been divorced for nearly 40 years. About nine years ago I quit paying alimony because my financial status changed. My wife is also much better off financially than me. Would I be able to have the alimony vacated? What about the previous nine years?
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Massachusetts is one of several states to reform its outdated alimony reforms.
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