Salt Lake City Alimony Attorney

Experienced Spousal Support Lawyer Serving Salt Lake City, Utah

It can be difficult to predict what kind of alimony arrangement a judge will make following a divorce. It is important to have a lawyer who is experienced in family law and who has been in front of a judge many times, who can help you determine what to realistically expect. At Ted Weckel, Attorney at Law, P.C., our attorney has been practicing family law for more than three decades. We can help you through all stages of your case and help you get the best possible outcome.

Need help with alimony in Salt Lake City? Call (801) 845-9029 today for an initial consultation.

What Is Alimony?

Alimony is financial support paid by one spouse to another following a divorce or other marital dissolution. Alimony is decided based on the couple's financial circumstances and other factors, such as each spouse's ability to support themselves and the standard of living they enjoyed during the marriage. There are several types of alimony, including:

• Rehabilitative alimony – This type of alimony is paid for a limited time and is intended to help the recipient get back on their feet and become self-sufficient.
• Bridge-the-gap alimony – This type of alimony is short-term and intended to help the recipient bridge the gap between the end of the marriage and the beginning of permanent support.
• Lifetime alimony – This type of alimony is paid for the recipient's lifetime and is paid by the higher-earning spouse.
• Permanent alimony – Permanent alimony is long-term support paid by the higher-income spouse, usually when the recipient cannot support themselves due to a disability or long-term medical condition.

How Is Alimony Calculated in Utah?

The calculation of alimony depends on the couple's financial circumstances. During the divorce process, the court will review the couple's marital property and financial situation. The court will then decide whether to award alimony based on the factors they consider most important. These factors include:

• Each spouse's net worth and income
• The couple's standard of living during the marriage
• The length of the marriage
• The age, health, physical condition, and vocational skills of both spouses
• The financial needs of both spouses
• The ability of the supporting spouse to financially support themselves
• Any other factor the court deems relevant