Arizona Alimony/Spousal Maintenance AttorneyThe costs of divorce can be overwhelming for families. It is expensive to provide separate housing, as well as living expenses for two separate households. It is not unusual for divorcing couples, in appropriate circumstances, to negotiate alimony as well. Traditionally alimony or spousal maintenance was paid by a man to a woman, since women usually did not work outside the home. Nowadays, the playing field is more level, with the courts looking at the incomes of both partners as well as job skills and experience. A divorce may impact your financial stability long after the divorce is final. To get help with these complex divorce and family law issues, contact attorney Paula J. Burnstein, P.C. in Phoenix, Arizona at 623-486-9797. Besides being a skilled attorney, Paula J. Burstein has also earned a Master's degree in education in counseling. She can help guide your family through the difficult and sometimes painful decisions that accompany divorce. The Purpose of Alimony In Arizona alimony is designed to provide temporary assistance to spouses needing time and resources to acquire job skills and training. Interim support is often awarded in marriages lasting from 3 years to 12 years if the supporting spouse can afford it, and the stay-at-home spouse needs the assistance to get back on his or her feet. Alimony is not usually awarded in marriages that lasted less than 3 years. Indefinite spousal maintenance becomes an issue in marriages lasting 20 years of more. In that case, the guidelines may support the award if the supporting spouse can afford it and the payments are needed to maintain a certain lifestyle. Call an Attorney with Deep Knowledge in Family Law Attorney Paula J. Burnstein, P.C. has 13 years of experience in family law, including divorce, child support, and spousal maintenance. She can help you avoid the costly mistakes that might dampen your future. Attorney Burnstein can help negotiate alimony payments, and if necessary, can go to court for modification or enforcement in the future. As a divorced parent herself, Attorney Burnstein knows how painful divorce can be. Attorney Burnstein will protect your rights and help you understand your responsibilities. Contact the Law Offices of Paula J. Burnstein, P.C. at 623-486-9797 for a free initial consultation by telephone. Paula J. Burnstein, P.C.
11811 N Tatum Blvd., Suite 3031
Phoenix, Arizona 85028
623-486-9797 Paula J. Burnstein, P.C. in Phoenix, Arizona, represents clients throughout the region including Maricopa County, Peoria, Avondale, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Sun City, Surprise, Tempe, Wickenburg.
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