Experienced Divorce Lawyers in San Bernardino County
If a dispute over spousal support is a potential issue in your California divorce, your decision to contact a qualified family law attorney could be critical to the outcome. With years of experience in this area, Gregory T. Annigian and Jason D. Annigian have the knowledge and insight to help you form realistic expectations and build your case, no matter how complex your situation may be.
"Alimony" Awards are Far From Automatic
The days of routine orders for permanent or long-term alimony are gone. In fact, a widespread shift from the term "alimony" to other terms such as spousal maintenance and temporary spousal support signals more than new language.
In Southern California today, a strong case must usually be built for judges to award substantial spousal support. Many factors beyond the assets and debts of the two parties may be considered in this aspect of a divorce case, including:
- Length of the marriage and the established standard of living
- Age, health and employability of both parties
- Special circumstances such as young children's need for care or any history of domestic violence
Unlike child support, for which straightforward guidelines address basic issues, California judges have significant discretion in awarding spousal support. This makes having a knowledgeable, family law attorney on your side extremely important. We maintain a very balanced family law practice, representing men and women across the economic spectrum, with and without children.
Prioritizing Your Needs and Protecting Your Financial Interests
At The Annigian Law Offices, we put our experience with thousands of divorce cases in the courts of Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange counties to work for you. We will uncover all relevant facts and make certain your perspective is brought to bear, whether you need to:
- Seek a significant spousal support award you need and deserve
- Contest the amount or duration of support sought by your divorcing spouse
- Defend against any award of alimony/spousal support because you believe it is unjustified or unnecessary
To consistently gain just, favorable spousal support outcomes for clients, a family law attorney must be well prepared and resourceful. When you contact The Law Office of Gregory T. Annigian or The Law Office Jason D. Annigian, APC in Upland, California, Gregory T. Annigian or Jason D. Annigian will deal with you and your case personally. Further, we prioritize efficiency and constant attention to your unique circumstances and goals.
