SPOUSAL SUPPORT

At Taerk Family Law, we understand that spousal support can be a complex and often contentious issue. Determining entitlement, duration, and amounts requires careful consideration of the unique circumstances of each case. Our team provides experienced guidance to help you navigate the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines and achieve fair and equitable outcomes tailored to your situation.

How Is Spousal Support Determined?

The Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines, published by the federal government in 2008, are not mandatory but serve as a useful tool for individuals, their lawyers, and the courts in determining spousal support. Key factors that may influence spousal support calculations include:

• The length of the relationship.
• The age of the recipient at the time of separation.
• Whether there are young children involved.
• The income currently being earned by the recipient.
• Long-term financial disadvantages resulting from decisions made during the marriage (e.g., one spouse leaving their career to care for children).

Each case is unique, and outcomes are influenced by these and other factors. The Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines aim to ensure a fair and comparatively uniform approach, but it is essential to review the specifics of your case with an experienced family law lawyer.

Tools and Resources

For a helpful tool to calculate spousal support amounts, the Ontario Spousal Support Calculator can provide an initial estimate, but for accurate and reliable advice tailored to your situation, we recommend scheduling a consultation.

Personalized Advice for Your Case

Spousal support decisions can have long-lasting financial implications. Whether you’re negotiating support terms or preparing for court, we’re here to provide the strategic guidance you need to secure the best possible outcome. Contact us today to discuss your options in a free initial consultation.

We’re Here for You

At Taerk Family Law, we offer experienced legal guidance and a supportive, professional environment. We represent and advise clients on all areas of family law, including issues related to divorce, custody and access, spousal and child support, mobility matters, division of property, separation agreements, domestic contracts, religious marriage contracts, adoption, and cross-border family law issues. We pride ourselves on being directly accessible by phone or email, keeping everyone informed in a timely manner every step of the way. For added convenience, we also offer flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments when needed. Learn more about our approach on our About Us page.

To discuss the issues of spousal support in Toronto, Newmarket, Brampton, Milton, Oshawa, Barrie or London in a confidential free consultation, please contact us directly.