If my divorce settlement doesn’t say when spousal support ends but my ex gets some of my retirement, does my spousal support end when I retire?
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If my divorce settlement doesn’t say when spousal support ends but my ex gets some of my retirement, does my spousal support end when I retire?
Asked on June 24, 2015 under Family Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
If your marital settlement agreement is silent as to when support ends then guess what? It does NOT end. Please go and speak with an attorney about this asap. The agreement needs to state the terms of what you negotiated and if it does not then it needs to be amended. Good luck.
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