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Bookmark or Share- Example trial issue: spousal support - California CourtsAt a spousal support trial, a judge will decide: How long support will last (duration) The amount of support; If support will change over time (step up or down) When support will end; To make a decision on each of these issues, a judge must consider what the law says and evidence you and your spouse present at trial.
- Long-term spousal support | California Courts | Self Help GuideOnce a divorce is final, you may receive (or pay) spousal or domestic partner support. This is called permanent or long-term spousal support. This is usually a monthly payment that can last for many years.
- Spousal support | California Courts | Self Help GuideSpousal support (also known as alimony) is a court ordered payment from one spouse or domestic partner to help cover the other’s monthly expenses. In California, when it is between married persons, support is called spousal support.
- Spousal or Domestic Partner Support Declaration AttachmentExplain the facts that support your request for a spousal or domestic partner support judgment. This is always attached to another form, like Declaration for Default or Uncontested Judgment (Form FL-170)
- Taxes and spousal support | California Courts | Self Help GuideCalifornia and federal tax laws about spousal support are the same. If you pay support, you can deduct the payments on your federal or state income tax forms. If you receive support, you must report the payments as income on your federal and state tax forms.
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