I've been reading thru various posts on separation agreements and trying to get my head around a few things
1. A few threads have stated "sent (the) ex a separation agreement", indicating that this was done a "few months ago", and that the negotiations are still ongoing.
I am planning to go with mediator, and understood this to mean that the agreement will be a joint effort with the guidance/assistance of a single person (the mediator). Yes, I understand that any agreement will need to be reviewed by our respective laywers before signing off
The scenarios I'm reading, however, suggest something completely different.
2. Also, I'd like to know who determines the amount to be paid for support. I found the Dept. of Justice's child support calculator and guide, but what about spousal support?
3. Finally, is it unreasonable to request spousal support while still living in the family home while we negotiate the separation agreement? My income during the summer months is limited to a few hundred dollars at most for the whole summer, simply because I am the primary caregiver and cannot work outside the home during the day when they are at home unless I pay for childcare, at which point, I'd be working for about $5-10 a day (part time work). Bear in mind that I am considering this option because I will not be able to find an appartment with such limited funds in my bank account - few landlords will consider me a good prospect.
Thanks in advance,
MsD
My intro: http://www.ottawadivorce.com/forum/f...oduction-6334/
1. A few threads have stated "sent (the) ex a separation agreement", indicating that this was done a "few months ago", and that the negotiations are still ongoing.
I am planning to go with mediator, and understood this to mean that the agreement will be a joint effort with the guidance/assistance of a single person (the mediator). Yes, I understand that any agreement will need to be reviewed by our respective laywers before signing off
The scenarios I'm reading, however, suggest something completely different.
2. Also, I'd like to know who determines the amount to be paid for support. I found the Dept. of Justice's child support calculator and guide, but what about spousal support?
3. Finally, is it unreasonable to request spousal support while still living in the family home while we negotiate the separation agreement? My income during the summer months is limited to a few hundred dollars at most for the whole summer, simply because I am the primary caregiver and cannot work outside the home during the day when they are at home unless I pay for childcare, at which point, I'd be working for about $5-10 a day (part time work). Bear in mind that I am considering this option because I will not be able to find an appartment with such limited funds in my bank account - few landlords will consider me a good prospect.
Thanks in advance,
MsD
My intro: http://www.ottawadivorce.com/forum/f...oduction-6334/
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