Oregon Spousal Support Modification Attorneys

As your life changes, a spousal support (sometimes referred to as ‘alimony’) award that was previous entered by the court may need to be adjusted. When first considering the issue of spousal support, the court is required to order an amount of money for a period of time as may be just and equitable. However, as life goes on, the factors that initially allowed an award of support for a certain period of time or amount may change. This often involves one party losing their job, gaining new employment with better pay benefits, one party remarrying, or someone having a change to their health. Regardless of the reason for the modification, the court will look to see if there has been a substantial and unanticipated change in financial circumstances before it will change the amount or duration of the spousal support.

Modifying support by a request to increase or decrease the amount of time the award is good for or based on the monthly award amount requires acting before the support obligation runs. Ultimately, the court does not have the ability to modify the support in any fashion once the initial support award has lapsed or ceased. The court can only enforce unpaid amounts once the award has ceased or lapsed.  Meeting with an experience family law attorney will help you understand your options more fully and will help craft an action plan based on your specific circumstances.

What Should I Look for in an Attorney?

Finding the best family law attorney for your case not only includes finding an experience attorney, but finding an attorney that listens and will help you reach your goals. Gzik Law, PC offers an initial consultation for a flat-fee of $100.00. There is no time limit on the consultation so that we can get to know you and your case without you worrying about what it will cost. During the in person meeting, we will discuss your matter and the best option when it comes to modifying your spousal support.

Gzik Law, PC is proud to serve the entire Portland Oregon Metropolitan area, including Portland, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Bethany, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Forest Grove, Scappoose, McMinnville, Cornelius,  Gresham, West Linn, and Oregon City.