Spousal Support Negotiation Guidance

Summary

Navigating spousal support negotiations can be challenging. In New York, spousal support, or maintenance, is financial support paid by one spouse to the other after a divorce. The court considers factors such as the length of the marriage, each spouses income and property, age and health, and the standard of living during the marriage. Temporary maintenance can be granted while the divorce is pending. Consulting with a local family law attorney can provide personalized advice and help you understand your rights and options. Legal aid societies, law school clinics, and pro bono programs may offer assistance, but eligibility may vary based on income.

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So would the answer be for me to ask a lawyer what I'm entitled to or should get?
It's a good idea to ask a lawyer about your entitlements or what you should get regarding spousal support. They can provide personalized advice based on your specific situation and the details of your case.
Would you like help connecting with a local lawyer who can assist you further?
Me: So would the answer be for me to ask a lawyer what I'm entitled to or should get? HIM:mean if that's the route you wanted to go. But if you're talking to a lawyer, they should probably know some things you aren't gonna want to admit. Your choice. My goal has been to keep lawyers out of it, but you do you. Me:Sounds like a threat..we could go both make known things not wanted so..... Your goal is to keep out of court but nothing is being accomplished or agreed to nowA threat. Him:You said lawyer. Which is more of a threat, but hey whatever. I'm relaying that you tell him the real story and not the * that I've heard. The whole story.....not my side, not yours. Him:Nothing being accomplished now? You've had your list sent over for what, 3 days? And all but the alimony stuff is agreed to or just needs more detail. You said you had nothing but what was sent already. I told you what I had and why I didn't have everything. If that's all you're lacking....then why not have option?
It sounds like you and your husband are in the middle of negotiating spousal support and other financial matters related to your separation. Here are some general points about spousal support in New York:
- Spousal support, also known as maintenance, is financial support paid by one spouse to the other after a divorce.
- The court considers factors like the length of the marriage, each spouse's income and property, age and health, and the standard of living during the marriage.
- Temporary maintenance can be granted while the divorce is pending.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer to get more personalized advice and understand your rights better?
Me: 3 days? Me:You began talking to people and or telling them your single want divorce ECT... Should have been talked, thought about way back. Him:The fuck are you talking about? See where the left turn came in there? Steadily talking along......and BAM!!!!! Emotion me: How is talking to a lawyer a threat? That's what people getting divorced generally do. Him:More of a threat than me saying that they should know everything. Good grief . Me: You know what whatever...I'm not stupid Just gonna say that . Whole story, ok yea , that can happen and does not scare me a bit. ????
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It sounds like you are navigating through a difficult negotiation over spousal support during your separation. Here are some general points about spousal support in New York:
- Spousal support, also known as maintenance, is financial support paid by one spouse to the other after a divorce.
- The court considers factors like the length of the marriage, each spouse's income and property, age and health, and the standard of living during the marriage.
- Temporary maintenance can be granted while the divorce is pending.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer to get more personalized advice and understand your rights better?
Do you know of a free lawyer to talk to online maybe?
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Finding a completely free lawyer for online consultations can be challenging, but there are resources available that might help. Here are a few options you can consider:
- Legal Aid Societies: They provide free legal services to low-income individuals. In New York, you can reach out to the Legal Aid Society (www.legal-aid.org).
- Law School Clinics: Many law schools have clinics where law students, supervised by experienced attorneys, offer free legal advice.
- Pro Bono Programs: Some private law firms offer pro bono (free) services to those who qualify.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer for more personalized advice?
Well we're not considered low income with his salary. I make nothing though
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I understand your situation. Here are some general points about spousal support in New York which might help you:
- Spousal support: Financial support paid by one spouse to the other after a divorce.
- Considerations: Length of marriage, each spouse's income and property, age and health, and standard of living during the marriage.
- Temporary maintenance: Can be granted while the divorce is pending.
Given your husband's salary, you may not qualify for free services, but it might still be worth consulting with a lawyer to explore your options. Would you like to connect with a local lawyer for more personalized advice?