Pennsylvania law requires that child support and spousal support be awarded pursuant to a statewide guideline. The guideline determines a spouse’s or parent’s support obligation based upon the net incomes and earning capacities of the parties, with allowable deviations for certain situations. To ensure that all income available and/or earning capacity is being considered and that all arguments for deviations from the guidelines as applicable are made, contact our office to schedule a consultation.

Where a Divorce Decree has been entered, the court may allow alimony, as it deems reasonable, to either party only if it finds that alimony is necessary. Alimony is not calculated pursuant to a statewide guideline. In determining whether alimony is necessary and in determining the nature, amount, duration and manner of payment of alimony, the court considers all relevant factors, including:

If you are wondering whether you have a viable alimony claim, or in turn, you are wondering if you may have to pay alimony to your spouse, contact our office to schedule a consultation.

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