How is spousal support calculated in New York?

For temporary maintenance, a statutory formula subtracts 20% of the payee’s income from 30% of the payor’s income. For post-divorce maintenance, the court considers the length of the marriage to determine the duration of payments, with longer marriages potentially leading to longer support periods.

September 20, 2024 – Al Hedayati, Esq.

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