My ex just took a new job and makes substantially more money than when we were divorced, do I have a right to more in spousal support?

It depends. If your spousal support payment is enough to meet your reasonable budget, then your ex’s change in income doesn’t matter. If your support amount is insufficient to meet your need, you may have a claim for increased support based on the terms of your original agreement.

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Cash Flow - Is Support Needed?

Once you have a budget and income, the next step is to determine if you need support. Learn about this fundamental questions and types of support to consider.

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Cash Flow Introduction

An introduction to the cash flow analysis in divorce, focusing on income and expenses post-divorce and the ability of parties to support themselves (and children).

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Income

In order to determine if you have sufficient money to meet your reasonable financial needs, you need to map out income.

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Spousal Support

Learn all the considerations and elements of the analysis of spousal support, one of the most challenging financial aspects of divorce.

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My ex just took a new job and makes substantially more money than when we were divorced, do I have a right to more in spousal support?

Cash Flow - Is Support Needed?

Cash Flow Introduction

Income

Spousal Support

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