Dunlop, Dunlop & Dunlop, P.A. - Family Law Attorneys in Winter Park, Florida

Spousal support and alimony are two closely-related concepts. Alimony is long-term payments that are dependant on a wide variety of factors such as length of the marriage, financial ability, and contributions to the marriage. Spousal support, on the other hand is a temporary form of support that is intended to give financially-dependent spouses the money they need until a permanent support order for alimony is set up.

While spousal support awards are temporary, they often become permanent alimony. This means that you want to be sure any amount awarded as support is properly supported, because you may have to live with it, were it to become alimony. Good representation from the beginning of your divorce proceedings is important.

Experienced Legal Representation in Spousal Support and Alimony
Call our office at (407) 628-4300

Dunlop, Dunlop & Dunlop, P.A., has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in issues of spousal support and property divisions for many years. In general, a court usually determines the spousal support award on the basis of past earnings of the financially independent spouse.

If you are disputing the amount of spousal support awarded, it is important that you are represented by an attorney who can explain accurately for the court your finances. Our law office is experienced in using the discovery to find out the truth about your former spouse's finances through:

• Carefully Examining Court-Order Financial Affidavits
• Using Subpoena Powers
• Defending Against Actions for Spousal Support
• Civil Discovery Powers

Our goal as lawyers is to help you put your life back together. Obtaining an accurate spousal support award can be the first step in that process. Call our office at (407) 628-4300 or contact our firm by filling out our online contact form.