Washington State Family Law & Divorce: Spousal Maintenance

January 18, 2017 – Bains Law Firm

Spousal maintenance (also called alimony or spousal support) can be ordered when one spouse has a real need and the other spouse has the ability to pay. Spousal maintenance can be awarded as part of temporary relief, prior to trial or the finalization of your case. The Court will consider the following factors when considering whether to award maintenance:

·         Length of the marriage;

·         Education level of the parties;

·         Employment histories of the parties;

·         Age of the parties;  

·         Physical and emotional condition of the parties;

·         If the party is receiving child support; and

·         The standard of living established during the marriage.

The Court will also consider the financial resources of the party seeking the maintenance as well as the ability of the spouse from whom maintenance is sought to meet his or her needs and financial obligation.

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