Planning To Apply For Alimony? Learn Your Options.

Ohio divorce law defines spousal support as a payment made to a former spouse for their support and sustenance. Also known as alimony, spousal support is often the most contentious issue in a divorce and one that requires the assistance of an experienced divorce lawyer.

Cincinnati divorce lawyer John Heilbrun has over 35 years of experience helping clients determine if they, or their spouse, are entitled to receive spousal support. He can assess your situation and help you receive spousal support as part of your divorce settlement or, if necessary, fight for spousal support in a trial setting. Alternatively, John can help you avoid having to pay spousal support or lessen the amount and/or time you will be required to pay the same.

What Do You Need To Qualify For Spousal Support?

Qualifications for spousal support are defined in Ohio Revised Code § 3105.18. According to this law, “In determining whether spousal support is appropriate and reasonable, and in determining the nature, amount, and terms of payment, and duration of spousal support, which is payable either in gross or in installments, the court shall consider all of the following factors.”

• Income from all sources, including but not limited to income derived from property division during divorce
• Relative earning abilities, including relative education
• Ages and the physical, mental and emotional conditions
• Retirement benefits
• Duration of the marriage
• The extent to which a spouses’ responsibilities for caring for the parties’ minor children limit her/his ability to obtain employment
• The extent of each party’s education
• The standard of living established during the marriage
• The assets and liabilities of each party, including any court-ordered payments
• The contribution of each party to the education, training or earning ability of the other party
• The time and expense necessary for the spouse who is seeking spousal support to acquire education, training, or job experience so that the spouse will be qualified to obtain appropriate employment
• The tax consequences, for each party, of an award of spousal support
• The lost income production capacity of either party that resulted from that party’s marital responsibilities
• Any other factor that the court expressly finds to be relevant and equitable

Attorney John Heilbrun will assess how each factor applies to your case and provide insightful feedback.

Schedule A Consultation With The Law Office of John Heilbrun’s Alimony Attorney

During your initial consultation, attorney John Heilbrun answers all your questions about spousal support. He will also clarify the qualification requirements for residents in Clermont, Warren, Hamilton and the rest of greater Cincinnati to help you understand how to prepare properly. Get in touch with him in the Blue Ash office by calling 513-548-5606 or filling out our contact form.