Spousal support

Spouses, whether married or common-law, both often contribute to the creation of their living situation. Spousal support is a way of recognizing that two people are one economic unit will be transiting back to being two separate individuals.

Spousal support, unlike child support, is not mandatory. There are many factors considered when determining whether spousal support is appropriate in a separation or divorce. These factors could include:

• the length of the relationship
• the roles taken by each person during the relationship
• the lifestyle that each person can achieve on their own versus the lifestyle they had together.

To ensure that you are properly supported, or whether spousal support is appropriate in your situation, you need a legal team experienced in spousal support claims.

Our team helps clients navigate the nuances of spousal support, whether payor or recipient, to ensure a fair outcome based on the particular circumstances of your relationship.