This area of divorce is one of the most interesting and
malleable as it affects every couple in a different way. Years ago, a Washington judge by the name of
Robert Winsor defined three separate categories of marriages. They are short term (7 years or less),
mid-term, and long-term (25 to 30 years or longer, depending on the ages of the
parties). His article has been cited in
appellate court decisions, and it has become a benchmark in determining alimony
or “maintenance” within the state.
The most difficult of these to determine is the mid-term
marriage of say, 8 to 25 years. There
are so many variables, not the least of which is good old Uncle Sam. You see, the person receiving the maintenance
(alimony) must pay taxes on that amount while the one providing it may deduct
it from their income tax return. Now,
there’s something to consider!
The subject of alimony or maintenance in the state of
Washington needs to be discussed and handled by someone who has had decades of
experience in dealing with it. In
Bellevue, WA may we recommend that you seek the council of Washington state
divorce lawyer Lyle Clark. Discover more
about all of your options regarding maintenance by calling Attorney Clark at
his office at (425) 452-3092.
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