Understanding Spousal Support Mediation - Faq's

1. Is there alimony available under Texas law?
2. What factors does the court consider in determining if maintenance is appropriate?
3. When does the obligation to pay maintenance terminate?
4. How much may the court award as maintenance?
5. If the spouse fails to pay the maintenance as ordered, what remedies are available?
6. Is spousal support available to parties living together unmarried?
7. Can periodic payments of spousal support be withheld from the obligor’s wages?
8. What remedies are available if an employer fails comply with the withholding order or withholds funds but does not disburse them to the obligor?
9. Can an employer fire, refuse to hire or discriminate against an employee because of a withholding order?
10. What remedy is available if the obligor terminates his employment where his wages are subject to a withholding order?

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