Pursuing or defending fair spousal support, and adjusting it when life changes.
Spousal support, called maintenance in New York, can be one of the most contested parts of a divorce. At Shim Law Group, P.C., we pursue or defend spousal support and seek modifications when your circumstances change. Whether you expect to pay or receive support, we make sure the analysis is done correctly.
New York uses guidelines to help determine maintenance based on the parties' incomes, and courts also consider the length of the marriage and other factors. We make sure income is accurately presented and that the outcome reflects the real circumstances of your marriage.
We gather and present the financial picture accurately, apply the guidelines correctly, and advocate for a fair result. When incomes or circumstances change, we pursue or defend a modification of an existing award.
Our family law attorneys are ready to review your situation and answer your questions. Contact us today at (718) 878-1177 or fill out our online form for free.
In New York, maintenance is the legal term for what many people call spousal support or alimony. It refers to payments from one spouse to the other during or after a divorce.
New York applies statutory guidelines based largely on the spouses' incomes, and courts also weigh factors like the length of the marriage. The result can vary, which is why accurate financial presentation matters.
Not usually. Maintenance is often awarded for a set period, though the duration depends on the circumstances, including the length of the marriage. We can explain how the factors apply to your case.
In certain circumstances, maintenance can be modified when there is a substantial change, such as a significant change in income. We handle both requests and defenses.
When you and your spouse cannot agree, we build a strong case and advocate for your interests in negotiation and, if necessary, in court.
Learn MoreWhen you and your spouse agree on the key issues, we help finalize your divorce efficiently, keeping costs down and your personal matters private.
Learn MoreWe negotiate and, when necessary, litigate custody and visitation schedules that protect your relationship with your children.
Learn MoreWe help calculate a fair support arrangement for your family and pursue modifications or enforcement when circumstances change.
Learn MoreWhen safety is at stake, we help you petition for an order of protection, and we defend those who have been wrongly accused.
Learn MoreWe draft and review prenuptial agreements that protect your assets and set clear expectations before marriage.
Learn MoreWhen a parent needs to move with a child after a divorce, we handle the petition or the objection and work to protect your parenting time.
Learn MoreBeyond divorce, we handle guardianship, modifications, enforcement, and the other family law matters life brings, with the same personal attention.
Learn MoreFor couples who are not ready to divorce, we prepare separation agreements that settle finances, property, and parenting arrangements.
Learn MoreWhen you and your spouse cannot agree, we build a strong case and advocate for your interests in negotiation and, if necessary, in court.
Learn moreWhen you and your spouse agree on the key issues, we help finalize your divorce efficiently, keeping costs down and your personal matters private.
Learn moreWe negotiate and, when necessary, litigate custody and visitation schedules that protect your relationship with your children.
Learn moreWe help calculate a fair support arrangement for your family and pursue modifications or enforcement when circumstances change.
Learn moreWhen safety is at stake, we help you petition for an order of protection, and we defend those who have been wrongly accused.
Learn moreWe draft and review prenuptial agreements that protect your assets and set clear expectations before marriage.
Learn moreWhen a parent needs to move with a child after a divorce, we handle the petition or the objection and work to protect your parenting time.
Learn moreBeyond divorce, we handle guardianship, modifications, enforcement, and the other family law matters life brings, with the same personal attention.
Learn moreFor couples who are not ready to divorce, we prepare separation agreements that settle finances, property, and parenting arrangements.
Learn moreShim Law Group is always looking to help those in need.
