Spousal Maintenance Lawyer in Colorado Springs, CO
An El Paso County Firm that Will Treat You like Family Through Your Alimony Matters
If you hope to secure spousal maintenance or alimony in your divorce, it is wise to hire a knowledgeable attorney. If you are facing an unrealistic or unreasonable spousal maintenance obligation, you need an experienced family law attorney. The compassionate team at Drexler Law is ready to help.
A Colorado Springs spousal maintenance attorney at our firm can help you with requesting an appropriate amount of spousal maintenance for your specific needs. Although the duration of spousal maintenance is also considered by a guideline, the court can deviate and award spousal maintenance in a manner the court deems is fair to the parties. The parties can also agree to an amount and timeline for spousal maintenance or alimony.
Reach out to us at (719) 259-0050 today or contact us online to schedule your consultation with our Colorado Springs spousal maintenance lawyer.
Why Do You Need a Spousal Maintenance Lawyer in Colorado Springs?
Colorado is a "no-fault" state when it comes to divorce, which means that Colorado courts do not consider fault or blame when making decisions about dividing property or awarding spousal maintenance. However, Colorado courts will take into account the financial needs of each spouse when making decisions about alimony or spousal maintenance.
If one spouse has a much higher income than the other, the court may order the higher-earning spouse to pay spousal maintenance to the lower-earning spouse. An experienced Colorado Springs alimony lawyer can help you to understand your rights and options when it comes to spousal maintenance. A Colorado Springs spousal maintenance lawyer can also help you to negotiate a fair and reasonable spousal maintenance agreement with your ex-spouse.
Types of Spousal Maintenance in Colorado
Spousal maintenance, or alimony, requires one spouse to pay the other spouse a certain amount of money for living expenses during or after a divorce. There are three common types of spousal maintenance:
- pendente lite maintenance (payment during divorce proceedings),
- short-term spousal maintenance (payment for a set amount of time after divorce proceedings),
- and long-term spousal maintenance (regular and recurring payments after the divorce proceedings).
Who Qualifies for Spousal Maintenance?
Colorado courts typically view spousal support as a rehabilitative aid. This means that most maintenance orders are not permanent. The payments may end when the receiving spouse gets back on his or her feet.
The courts may consider maintenance if you or your spouse:
- Do not have a steady job or earn significantly less income than the other
- Need to obtain training or education for employment
- Are suffering or recovering from an illness
- Are unable to provide for your reasonable needs
- Are a caretaker and this prevents you from seeking employment
- Are elderly and unable to work
How Does the Court Determine Spousal Maintenance in Colorado?
In Colorado, judges cannot use fault to determine spousal maintenance payments. A judge will consider many different factors to determine both the need and ability to pay for spousal support.
These factors include:
- Length of the marriage
- Standard of living during the marriage
- Emotional condition of each spouse
- Age of each spouse
- Future earning capacity of the spouse seeking spousal maintenance
- The health of each spouse
- The ability of the higher-earning spouse to pay support
How Does Colorado Calculate Spousal Maintenance?
Colorado uses a guideline formula to calculate spousal maintenance for divorcing couples who earn less than $75,000 in combined annual gross income. The court, considering the guideline formula, will look at both spouses’ earnings and may award the lesser-earning spouse 40% of the higher-earning spouse’s income (after subtracting 50% of the lower-earning spouse’s income, if applicable). As if the application of the spousal maintenance formula was not complicated enough, a court can also take into consideration any pre-existing child support or spousal support payments.
Can Spousal Maintenance be Modified in Colorado?
After a divorce or legal separation, you can request a modification (or even termination) of spousal maintenance if there is a significant and continuous change in your financial circumstances. If the receiving spouse remarries, this normally terminates all maintenance payments. It’s critical to have an experienced family law attorney familiar with spousal maintenance laws review your specific court case, spousal maintenance agreement, or separation agreement to determine when spousal maintenance payments may end. When you near retirement, you should consult with one of our attorneys to plan for a modification or termination of child support, as retirement income can be substantially reduced.
We do our best to maintain a comfortable environment for all of our clients. During this difficult time, let us take care of the legal work. We strive to be available for our clients and to seek your best interests. Come to us with your questions and concerns and rely on us to be your voice in the courtroom.
Protect Your Financial Future with Experienced Colorado Springs Spousal Maintenance Lawyers
Going through a divorce can be a stressful and emotional time, especially when it comes to financial matters such as spousal maintenance. Our team of experienced spousal maintenance lawyers at Drexler Law understands the complexities of Colorado's spousal maintenance laws and will work tirelessly to protect your financial future.
When you choose Drexler Law Group for your spousal maintenance case, you can expect:
- Personalized attention and dedicated support throughout the legal process
- Strategic guidance on negotiating fair spousal maintenance agreements
- Aggressive representation in court if litigation is necessary
- Transparent communication and honest advice about your case
Don't navigate the complexities of spousal maintenance laws alone. Contact Drexler Law Group today to schedule a consultation and discuss your spousal maintenance case with our experienced legal team.
Why Hire Drexler Law Group for Your Spousal Maintenance Case?
Let one of our Colorado Springs spousal maintenance attorneys vigorously defend your rights in court or in mediation. We understand that divorce is a trying time and do our best to offer all the support and legal counsel you need. With a lawyer who has been named to the Rising Stars® list on our team and an Avvo 10.0 Superb-rated attorney, you can trust in the client-centered service at our firm.
Give us a call at (719) 259-0050 or contact us online so our Colorado Springs spousal maintenance attorneys can help with your case.
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