Three Ideas for Negotiating Alimony – Spousal Alimony Authorized Blogs Posted by Brian E. McKinley

A very important issue in a divorce is alimony. Alimony is a means of helping a party meet its fair needs when its income and fair distribution assets are insufficient to meet those fair needs. It is not an easy subject no matter which side you are on.

We are aware that the stress of alimony in a divorce can mean that alimony payments can affect a person’s financial situation for years. Because of the potential financial implications, it should be ensured that they have the best representation to support them throughout the process. Having a skilled divorce lawyer is key, in addition to these tips:

1. Consider mediation – It is generally assumed that a court decision is required in connection with maintenance claims; However, this is not the case. The maintenance can be resolved through settlement negotiations, including mediation. An agreement can be reached through mediation without the need for judicial intervention. By taking the mediation route, you and your spouse can work together on a solution to the maintenance issue with control in your hands without having to rely on a judge to make those decisions for you.

Read more about how mediation can have a positive effect on maintenance: https://wildermahood.com/mediation-and-alimony/

2. Familiarize yourself with your spouse’s resources – Regardless of the boat you’re in – whether he’s the one paying or receiving alimony – it’s important that he knows the other spouse’s resources. This information, which may include their segregated assets, income, and expenses, will help them negotiate more effectively. This information should be available in the context of divorce and fair distribution.

3. Assess your situation and be reasonable – If someone is demanding maintenance from their spouse, they should carefully consider their situation (such as monthly income and expenses) so that they have a full understanding of how much maintenance they should be asking to meet their reasonable needs. A spouse must prepare a monthly budget with receipts to demonstrate their monthly expenses and the need for alimony. Finally, one should keep an eye on COLA (the cost of living adjustment), which can increase the amount of child support one receives each year.

Alimony may be a matter of concern for many going through a divorce, but you can rely on the knowledge and reputation of our attorneys to help resolve your divorce issues, including alimony, through agreement with your spouse or through litigation Court to ensure. Our lawyers have the experience to advise you on the best way to resolve your divorce, always in accordance with the results that are most important to you.

For information on what our seasoned attorneys at Wilder Mahood McKinley & Oglesby can do to help you with your divorce, contact us online at https://wildermahood.com/contact/ or call our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office, at 412-261-. 4040.