In Arizona, there is no specific formula to determine spousal maintenance or alimony in a divorce case. The court uses a set of alimony guidelines, but if your case must be decided in court, the alimony award is really left to the discretion of the judge. For this reason, we encourage our clients to pursue their best options in divorce mediation or negotiation.
Arizona Spousal Maintenance Attorneys
At Thompson Law Firm, in Chandler, our attorneys are experienced and passionate about designing reasonable resolutions for clients using alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, including mediation and negotiation. Finding effective solutions are usually most efficiently developed between the parties, following an understanding that both parties must work to provide for themselves to the fullest extent possible.
Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities in Spousal Maintenance Issues
Alimony is a big issue for our clients throughout Maricopa County and the East Valley, especially when there is a large disparity in the incomes of the parties. Our compassionate, boutique firm, is focused on your best interests in all aspects of family law. We will work with opposing counsel to account for several factors in any alimony award, including:
- Length of the marriage
- Disparities in achievable incomes
- Financial investments and ownership of investments
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Disabilities and benefits
- Child support, child custody and parenting time
A vocational evaluation will help us determine if either spouse is in need of additional training or education to become employable, or if one spouse is unable to work. Our examination of your unique situation will allow us to use these factors to pursue your most beneficial agreement.
Contact Us Today
The complexities involved in alimony awards require the counsel and representation of an experienced lawyer to fully account for your needs. We have more than 10 years of experience guiding and representing clients in successful negotiations and litigation. Please call us at 888-496-7764 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with a Chandler alimony attorney.
