Spousal Support

Family Law courts are authorized to award spousal support (referred to as alimony) to either spouse. The amount of spousal support determined, if any by a court, may be a lump sum or payments for a specified time frame. The court has been given great latitude to consider any factor it considers relevant in determining a just and equitable amount.  Spousal support is a subjective area and one that you should consult a divorce lawyer about.

The basis or grounds for which Nevada courts have ruled in favor of alimony and the amount of alimony have been extremely situational and varies from case to case. Each divorce court judge will use their own discretion after analyzing the need of the person requesting the award against the ability to pay of the other spouse.

Here are few issues the court may consider;

- Duration of the marriage

- The income and earning ability of each spouse

- The current financial condition of each spouse

- The contribution of either spouse as homemaker during the marriage

- Whether the payor spouse has obtained greater job skills or education during the marriage

Contact a Family Law Attorney or Divorce Lawyer to discuss more Spousal Support issues.  Call (702) 914-0400