Spousal Maintenance

Do You Qualify for Spousal Maintenance?

Solid Representation by a Rockford, Illinois, Divorce Attorney

The formulas for determining spousal support in Illinois are complex and confusing, and judges have considerable discretion. If you are divorcing and believe you need and deserve alimony during the transition to a new life, contact Rockford, Illinois, maintenance support attorney to discuss your situation. We represent clients in Winnebago, Ogle, Boone, and Stephenson counties.

The truth is, no attorney can say for sure whether you will get spousal maintenance ("alimony") as part of your divorce decree. However, no attorney is better equipped to make a strong case on your behalf:

• James T. Zuba is a former prosecutor with twenty years of trial experience. He is a divorce and family law veteran who has helped hundreds of clients negotiate an equitable distribution of marital assets, including the awarding of maintenance in many cases.
• Mr. Zuba is also a former CPA. His accounting and finance background has made him adept at uncovering hidden or underreported income of a spouse who is arguing against alimony. He knows all the tricks, such as withholding the maximum deductions on W-2 forms to misrepresent take-home pay, or failing to report all income from self-employment or other sources.

How Is Maintenance Support Determined?

The court considers many factors, including:

• Length of the marriage
• Child-rearing responsibilities (stay-at-home spouse)
• Education level and job skills
• Income and financial resources of each spouse
• Financial needs
• The accustomed standard of living during the marriage

It is difficult to predict how much maintenance will be awarded, or the duration, because judges have such latitude. One judge may award rehabilitative alimony to allow you to earn a degree and get established in a new field. The next judge may award lifetime maintenance (until remarriage or death), or none at all.

You can be assured that Zuba & Associates will advocate effectively in court for you. We are thoroughly prepared with financial statements and needs assessments, and our attorney presents a compelling argument. You might find a lawyer who can promise the moon, but we have the results to back up our legal opinion.

Answers to Your Questions about Divorce: 815-397-7000
Contact our Rockford, Illinois, maintenance support attorney to arrange a consultation about your divorce and alimony issues. And please see our Testimonials from satisfied clients.