Alimony / Spousal Support

Alimony Lawyer in Okemos, Michigan

Contrary to popular belief, alimony (also referred to as spousal support) exists in Michigan. Many individuals going through a divorce do not realize this. Not all divorce matters require alimony, but by talking to an experienced family law lawyer you can understand how spousal support payments may factor into your divorce. Our attorneys at Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, focus only on family law issues and are fluent in the language of the alimony laws in Michigan.

Alimony is determined by a wide range of factors. Some of these factors include (but are not limited to) the aspects of a divorce listed below:

• Length of the marriage
• Monetary contribution of the parties
• Income potential
• Health
• Age
• Fault in the marriage
• Education

How much and how long?

These are questions that our clients often have. Our firm can help you determine the answers from a planning perspective. We fight hard to ensure that, if spousal support is applicable, it is ordered in a manageable number for a manageable amount of time.

In some cases, spousal support may be tax deductible. We enlist the help of many professionals, such as tax attorneys or accountants, to help you determine the tax implications of your divorce alimony payments.

Contact an alimony lawyer at Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, today to learn more about how we can help you address the alimony or spousal maintenance issues you may be facing. A free phone consultation is available. Please call 517.349.2800 to have your case assessed by a member of our experienced legal team.