Spousal support is calculated on a case by case basis. There are several factors taken into consideration when considering spousal support, including:
- Earning capacity of both parties
- Standard of living during the marriage
- Whether one party devoted time to child-rearing and domestic duty instead of career pursuits
- The ability of each party to pay support
- Obligations and assets of each party
- Duration of the marriage
- Ages of both parties
- Ability of supported spouse to seek out and gain employment
- Ability of supported spouse to obtain education and job training
- Domestic abuse during the marriage
As you can see, there are many aspects taken into consideration during a spousal support determination. It is important to seek out the expertise of an experienced family law attorney to present your case effectively.