St. Louis Spousal Support Lawyer
Let Us Fight for the Spousal Support You Deserve
Spousal support, also known as spousal maintenance or alimony, is a monthly payment from one spouse to another to cover living expenses and maintain the standard of living for both spouses. If you need a St. Louis spousal support attorney, call Cavanagh & Associates. We cater our legal strategies to the specific circumstances of each client.
If you're in need of a spousal support lawyer, we encourage you to contact our office online or call (314) 309-2799 for a consultation.
When Spousal Support Is Awarded
In Missouri, spousal support is awarded at the discretion of the court. Although alimony is not required or guaranteed, spouses are entitled to seek support. Support is most likely to be awarded when one spouse is financially able to provide support and the other is unable to maintain reasonable living expenses. The purpose is to ensure that each spouse is able to maintain their standard of living after the divorce.
Who Qualifies for Alimony in Missouri?
When two parties divorce in Missouri, one person may be required to make spousal support payments to their previous spouse. Every situation is different, but you may be asking yourself, “Do I qualify for spousal support?’ Whether you qualify for spousal support payments depends on the following two conditions:
If you lack sufficient property, including marital property, to take care of your reasonable needs, and
If you are unable to be financially independent through an appropriate job, or if your child has needs that make it impossible for you to work outside of your home.
It is important to remember that alimony awards are gender-neutral, which means that either you or your spouse can request it regardless of gender.
What Are the Types of Spousal Support?
The judge can award different types of spousal support, including:
- Open Ended Support – Payments continue until the recipient marries or either party dies.
- Limited Duration Support – Spousal support is awarded for a specific time period.
- Contractual Support – This type of support is not ordered by a judge. The payment amounts and duration of spousal support is agreed upon between parties.
When determining the type and amount of spousal support, the courts consider a range of factors, including the age of both parties, financial resources, duration of the marriage, conduct during the marriage, earning capacity, and other factors. This information is used by the court to determine the ability of the spouse seeking maintenance to provide for reasonable living needs.
We Represent Your Interests
Cavanagh & Associates will put forward the strongest case for or against an alimony award, depending on your situation. We cater our strategy to the unique circumstances of each client. Our St. Louis spousal support lawyer will assess your situation, explain your options, and recommend the course of action that is in your best interests.
Questions about spousal support? Contact us by telephone at (314) 309-2799 to discuss your situation with our attorney.
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"Experience is priceless"Jack and Eka were very professional in handling my case. I would definitely recommend them to others and use them again. Jack has 50 years experience!- Michele
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"I would give her 10 Stars if I could!"They are very very professional and very quick to respond so you're not left in the dark about anything to do with your case! I was very happy with the results of my case and my experience with them. I highly recommend if you're looking for a divorce lawyer or any kind of family law, Jack cavanaugh and his associates are great! I have to give a special shout out to Eka because she really made my life a heck of a lot easier and was always so quick to get back to me and let me know what is going on! I would give her 10 Stars if I could!- Courtney T.
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"Great Team! Highly Recommended."I worked with Jack and Eka recently and must say they exceeded my expectations. Great communication and compassion for what you’re dealing with. I wouldn’t hesitate to go back to them for any of my legal matters.- Donald Salisbury
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"I've worked with Jack on two separate occasions and both times I felt that he not only had my best interest in mind but was going to bat on my behalf. "I would highly recommend setting up a consultation with Jack regarding your legal matters as he certainly goes above and beyond for his clients.- Matt
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"The best there is in the Biz"Jack has been a lawyer for a long time. He values his clients and sees them as people with individual circumstances, and not just dollar bills like other attorneys. Anyone that knows anything about the law knows it’s about making and keeping good rapport with all parties involved. And for a defense attorney, being familiar with the judge to the prosecutor and being on a friendly basis with them is exceptionally important. And Jack knows everyone! He should as he’s been doing this for probably over 40 years. He’s not only a great attorney but I consider him a friend. Don’t make the mistake of choosing an unknown rookie attorney who may be a couple bucks cheaper. Choose Jack!- Paige
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"Attorney Cavanagh is a fantastic lawyer"Attorney Cavanagh is a fantastic lawyer. His experience is unparalleled. He does an excellent job of keeping his clients informed, and he is an outstanding advocate in court. He is kind and patient, and genuinely cares about his clients. I am proud to know him, and grateful for his help!- Rick V.
