Marriage of Terry and Spousal Support Termination Under Family Code 4322

Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and Alimony After 2018

Marriage of Terry and Spousal Support Termination under Family Code 4322

How Do I Terminate Spousal Support?

Now that alimony is not tax-deductible, many alimony payers are wondering, “How can I terminate spousal support?”  As usual, the best way is to reach an agreement. Here are tips on how to bargain with your spouse.

Family Code Section 4322

The answer may be found in Family Code section 4322, which states, “In an original or modification proceeding, where there are no children, and a party has or acquires a separate estate, including income from employment, sufficient for the party’s proper support, no support shall be ordered or continued against the other party.”

Free Judge’s Benchguide on Support

First, educate yourself by reading this Judge’s Benchguide on Support.

If you want to terminate alimony, you need to argue that there are no children, and the other side is self-sufficient, or has acquired a separate estate sufficient for support. There may be a need to hire experts.

if you are the recipient of support, you will want to argue different things, like Marriage of Terry and Spousal Support Termination under Family Code 4322 .  Call our offices.

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