MONEY ISSUES:
CHILD SUPPORT: One of the most contested issues in a dissolution proceeding is the issue of support. Child support is determined by a formula that takes into consideration only the following: the incomes of both parents and the percentage of time each parent has the child in his or her custody.
SPOUSAL SUPPORT: California refers to alimony as spousal support. There are many, many factors that determine the amount and duration of spousal support. The length of the marriage, the age of the children, the work history of the supported spouse, the age and health of the parties, the education and training necessary to enable a party to become employed. The amount and duration of spousal support is within the decoration of the judge. There is no mandatory formula followed by the judge and all factors are considered.
