Knowledgeable New Jersey Spousal Support Modifications and Enforcement Attorney

Fighting for Your Rights and Future

Spousal support, also commonly known as alimony, is a legal obligation one spouse has to the other to provide financial support after a divorce. Although the state of New Jersey does not have a standard mathematical formula to decide how much one spouse must pay, spousal support is typically awarded to the lesser earning spouse if the court believes he or she will not be able to maintain themselves financially after the divorce.

Although alimony is a legally binding court order, it is not set in stone. At the Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn, LLC, we have the experience and knowledge to help modify and enforce your spousal support agreement.

What are Some Factors that could Contribute to a Modification in Spousal Support?

The law states that if one or both spouses experience significant “changes in circumstance,” then the alimony can be modified. However, not all major life changes will be enough to warrant changes to spousal support. When it comes to alimony, “changes in circumstance” generally refer to you and your spouse’s financial situation.

Some of the most common reasons people seek to modify their spousal support agreement include:

  • A loss or a change in job that significantly affects one spouse’s financial situation.
  • A drastic increase in cost of living.
  • The loss of a house or apartment.
  • Retirement.
  • An increased income or substantial inheritance received by the spouse receiving alimony.
  • An illness or accident resulting in disability.

If you wish to modify your spousal support agreement, you must file a motion with a family law court and prepare the necessary paperwork and documentation to back your claim. An experienced New Jersey family law attorney at the Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn, LLC can help you determine if you have a valid reason for modifying your alimony.

How can I Enforce Alimony Payments?

When your spouse fails to make spousal support payments on time or at all, you can take legal action. We can help you file a Notice of Motion with the court. With this motion, we will request past payments to be made until they are brought up to date, and demand that future payments be made on time. You may also be eligible for compensation for any legal fees which your spouse’s failure to make payments has led you to incur.

The Skilled New Jersey Family Law Attorney You Need

Your financial future and that of your family depend on appropriate and fair spousal support. When you have New Jersey spousal support issues, contact the Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn, LLC at (732) 214-1103 for a consultation.

Steven M. Cytryn
About the Author: Steven Cytryn
Steven M. Cytryn is the Managing Member of The Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn, LLC, and primarily focuses his practice on divorce and family law matters.