Saint Marys, GA Divorce Law Firms & Lawyers

you can always request alimony, and the court will consider all the circumstances such as his income and the conduct of both parties that led to the separation. there is no guarantee you would be entitled to it, but it sounds like you have a good argument. the question will be how much "other income" does he have. if you haven't already, a lawyer will help you file for divorce and request alimony from him. you can schedule a hearing in front of a judge to determine whether he will have to pay.

There are several attorney referral services where you can find a low-cost or pro bono attorney. I would suggest contacting your local bar association about locating a pro bono attorney. The court's family law facilitator might be very helpful, too.

You are entitled to a fair share of all marital property. That includes a fair share of the portion of the retirement that was earned or contributed during the marriage. There are no simple, fixed rules for deciding what is "fair". But, if you and your spouse cannot agree to what is fair, a judge will usually start by looking at 50/50 split of the overall total - not necessarily 50/50 as to each individual asset. You may be entitled to spousal maintenance (alimony) if the financial situation justifies it and child support will be required. Because there are no simple rules for any of these potential entitlements and final decisions require evaluation of all the relevant facts, you need to consult an attorney to obtain a more comprehensive explanation to identify reasonable expectations in your case.