San Diego Divorce Lawyer

Regardless of the national trend that has more men receiving spousal support, the trend does not extend to Staten Island men. Divorce lawyers there see very little evidence that men are receiving spousal support.

Nationally, the percentage of men receiving alimony payments rose to 3.6% for the 5-year period ending in 2006. That was an increase from 2.4% for the previous 5-year period. 

There is another trend that  has the lower-earning party opting out of alimony and instead requesting a larger portion of the assets of the marriage. This, in many cases, is because alimony payments are considered taxable income whereas assets might be exempt.

If you are considering a divorce and need a lawyer, please contact the San Diego family lawyers of Fischer & Van Thiel at 760-722-7646 to discuss your situation.