Navigating Spousal Maintenance (Alimony) in New York

Episode Summary:
In this episode, we delve into the complexities of spousal maintenance (alimony) in New York. Attorney Yonatan Levoritz breaks down the different types of spousal maintenance, the 15 factors courts consider when determining support, and the role of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. He also discusses how courts assess financial capabilities, common disputes, the impact of child support obligations, and what happens when a party fails to make payments. Tune in to gain valuable insights on ensuring fair spousal maintenance agreements.

Episode Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Law & Life: The Levoritz’s Approach
00:04 – Topic introduction: Spousal maintenance in New York
00:19 – Overview of different types of spousal maintenance
00:36 – The 15 factors courts consider when determining spousal maintenance
01:37 – The role of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements in maintenance
02:31 – How New York courts calculate maintenance amount and duration
03:48 – Strategies for advocating fair spousal maintenance
04:50 – How prenuptial and postnuptial agreements impact maintenance
05:27 – Assessing financial capabilities: W-2 income vs. vocational experts
06:26 – Challenging an unfair maintenance order
07:15 – The role of vocational experts in court cases
08:02 – Common disputes in spousal maintenance cases
09:22 – Can spousal maintenance be modified post-divorce?
10:33 – Key legal cases impacting spousal maintenance (e.g., Sass v. Sass)
12:05 – How spousal maintenance intersects with child support
13:26 – Steps to take when spousal maintenance payments are not made
14:40 – Best practices for negotiating spousal maintenance agreements
15:55 – Legal resources for those dealing with maintenance disputes

About the Show:
Welcome to Law & Life: The Levoritz Approach, where experienced attorney Yonatan Levoritz provides insights into family law and related legal topics. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist, each episode explores key legal issues, practical advice, and real-world examples to help listeners navigate complex legal matters.