Bakersfield Spousal Support Lawyer
Many people beginning the divorce process have misconceptions about spousal support, more commonly known as alimony.
The court may order permanent spousal support to be paid in situations involving long-term marriages or in situations where one party cannot earn a living due to a disability or injury. It may award temporary or limited-duration spousal support when one party has been out of the workforce for an extended period and needs job training to return to the job market. The court also has the option of awarding no spousal support at all. The parties themselves may agree to alimony as part of a negotiated settlement. Alternatively, the parties can agree to family support, which is a package solution combining both alimony and child support.
The firm of Barbara McDaniel Harris, Attorney at Law has successfully guided many clients through divorce or dissolution and resolved many issues regarding alimony. We take the time to evaluate your unique situation, discuss the factors affecting your case and recommend the best legal strategy for achieving your goals.
Call us at (661) 859-1826 or contact us online to arrange for a consultation to learn more about our services.
Negotiating the Best Solution
We generally favor negotiated settlements rather than allowing the Court to dictate an outcome that may not be in our client's best interests. Barbara McDaniel Harris will carefully review all aspects of your financial situation, discuss your preferences and consider the likely position of the other party. Based on these considerations, we will recommend the strategy for a successful resolution.
A successful resolution may involve a negotiated settlement that includes a more generous property settlement in lieu of alimony or a lump-sum settlement instead of monthly payments. Tax considerations also play a role — alimony is tax deductible for the payer and is taxable income for the receiver.
Our firm has extensive experience in these and all other aspects of spousal support. We will work to create and achieve the solution that is right for you.
For a consultation with Barbara McDaniel Harris, Attorney at Law, call us at (661) 859-1826 or contact us online. We help people throughout the Bakersfield area and all of Southern California.
