Call Us: (972) 771-9627 HOME FAMILY LAW FIRM FAMILY LAW ATTORNEYS SERVICES CONTACT Spousal Support and Maintenance Home » Spousal Support and Maintenance As parties begin the divorce process, typically both spouses are concerned about how to continue to pay for and maintain their current financial obligations. Texas courts have the authority to award a party temporary spousal support during the pendency of a divorce matter and the authority to award a spouse post-divorce spousal maintenance at the conclusion of the divorce. Texas law provides that spouses have a duty to support the other and in many cases courts will award temporary spousal support to protect the assets of the community estate and provide for the needs of the parties during the pendency of the divorce. Further, Texas family code provides for post-divorce spousal maintenance in some circumstances. There are various requirements that a spouse must meet to qualify for post-divorce spousal maintenance; one such example, is a requirement that relates to the length of the parties marriage. If a court awards a spouse post-divorce maintenance, the amount and duration of the award of spousal maintenance can vary depending on the circumstances. After the parties divorce, it is possible for a party ordered to pay spousal support to seek a modification of a previously ordered spousal support obligation. Hire Timpa Law Office If you need help with a Spousal Support, Maintenance and/or Marriage Law in the DFW area, contact Timpa Law Office. Services Divorce Child Custody Child Visitation Child Support Health Care Expenses Asset/Debt Division Spousal Support and Maintenance Protective Orders Restraining Orders Enforcement Of Court Orders Mediation Collaborative Law Child Adoptions Related Timpa Law Office 202 N San Jacinto St, Rockwall, TX 75087 (972) 771-9627 Please note that the information on this website is provided for general informative purposes only. It does not constitute a legal opinion or opinions about any specific set of facts and may note apply in all circumstances. If you require legal advice or guidance with respect to a particular situation, please seek representation by a licensed attorney. © Copyright 2016 Timpa Law Office Design by Atomic Design & Consulting Disclaimer