Franklin County Spousal Support Attorney

Ohio does not have a particular formula for determining spousal support. In Ohio, the following 14 factors, can affect the outcome of a spousal support case in Ohio:

• The income of both individuals, including income that resulted from property division during the divorce.
• The earning abilities of each individual. 
• The physical, mental, and emotional state of each individual.
• The anticipated retirement benefits of each individual.
• The length of the marriage.
• The likelihood that the spouse with lower income can seek better employment.
• The standard of living that the individuals established and shared during the marriage.
• The education of each individual. 
• The assets and liabilities of each individual, including court-ordered child support that resulted from the divorce.
• The contribution of each individual to the other’s education, training, or earning ability (such as obtaining a professional degree).
• The anticipated time and expense that the spouse with lower income would have to put forth to acquire higher income or furthered education.
• The tax consequences each individual would endure if they received spousal support. 
• The income capacity that a spouse lost as a result of their marital responsibilities.
• Any other factor that the court finds to be relevant.

Don't hesitate to contact Catherine M. White, Attorney at Law to begin discussing your case.