Alimony - Spousal Maintenance Lawyer - Knoxville, TN

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Knoxville Spousal Support Attorney

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For couples who are divorcing, alimony / spousal maintenance can be a difficult issue to resolve. In some cases, one spouse will ask another spouse for alimony or spousal support (also known as spousal maintenance). Alimony is the court-ordered payment of money to your spouse after the dissolution of marriage. If you made more money or were the primary breadwinner, there is a good chance your spouse will seek alimony - spousal maintenance. 

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How much alimony will I be entitled to from my divorce?

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Some couples are able to agree on alimony / spousal maintenance and won’t need the court or a judge to intervene. If you and your spouse can’t come to an agreement, a Judge will consider these factors when deciding on the amount of spousal maintenance to be awarded - some of these factors include:

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Any Pre or Postnuptial Agreements In Place

Each Spouse’s Contribution to the Marriage

Each Spouse’s Mental & Physical Health

The Length of Your Marriage

The Spouses Ages

Your Marital Incomes, Assets, & Debts

Your Future Income Potential

Your Standard of Living

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The Tennessee courts can award four different types of alimony / spousal maintenance depending on your or your partner’s financial needs and circumstances. 

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Upon divorce, one spouse may ask the court for a lump-sum payment or periodic payments of support from the other spouse. The amount and duration of spousal support payments generally depend on the length of the marriage and the standard of living during the marriage. We can help ensure you come out of divorce with a fair alimony / spousal support arrangement.

 

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Contact A Knoxville Alimony / Spousal Maintenance Attorney 

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If you need the sound legal advice of and experienced and respected attorney, contact the Law Office of Allen E. Schwartz. Our belief is that a straightforward approach combined with personal attention and a detailed knowledge of the law and how the legal system works are the keys to success. Let our over 40 years of experience work for you - call TODAY for help!

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