Is spousal maintenance the same as spousal support?

Yes, it is. Spousal maintenance, also referred to as spousal support or alimony, is court-ordered support paid by the obligor-spouse to the other spouse or former spouse (the obligee) to the divorce or legal separation.

Learn more about the Maricopa County Spousal Maintenance Guidelines.

About Scott David Stewart

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Prior to forming the family Law Offices of Scott David Stewart, Mr. Stewart worked as a Deputy County Attorney for the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office as a felony prosecutor. Mr. Stewart now helps Arizona citizens with divorce and family law matters.



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