Spousal Support

Michigan does not use the term “alimony”; instead it is called spousal support. There is no right to spousal support in a divorce and must be bargained for or granted by a judge. Spousal support can be permanent or temporary based on eleven factors which are:

• Parties past relations and conduct (fault);
• The length of the marriage;
• The parties ability to work;
• The source and amount of property awarded to the parties;
• The parties ages;
• The ability to pay spousal support;
• The parties present situation;
• The parties needs;
• The parties health;
• The prior standard of living of the parties and whether the parties support others; and
• General principles of equity.

Each spouse’s situation will be different in how these factors are applied. Therefore, it is important to discuss your situation with an attorney to determine how likely it is you will be awarded spousal support.

If you are concerned with spousal support, then call us now for your free, no obligation consultation and see what Johnson and Wilk can do for you!