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The document FL-157 S is a legal form used in California for requesting spousal or domestic partner support. It includes sections for detailing the case number, parties involved, and specific requests regarding maintenance payments, attorney fees, and financial circumstances of both parties. The form requires information about the duration of the marriage or partnership, standard of living during that time, health status, income-generating capacity, and any documented history of domestic violence. It aims to provide the court with comprehensive details to make informed decisions regarding spousal support.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the FL-157 S form in the editor.
Begin by entering your case number at the top of the form. This is essential for tracking your submission.
Fill in the names of both parties involved: 'Demandante' (Petitioner) and 'Demandado' (Respondent). Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for court records.
In Section 1, provide details about both parties, including marriage duration and health status. Use the prompts to guide your responses.
Continue to Section 2, where you will describe the financial needs and capabilities of the party requesting support. Be thorough in detailing income sources and expenses.
In Section 3, outline the financial situation of the party from whom support is being requested. Include any relevant debts or assets.
Finally, review all sections for completeness and accuracy before saving or printing your completed form.

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What is an FL 157?

Spousal or Domestic Partner Support Declaration Attachment (form FL-157) Use Form FL-157 to show the judge that you considered all the Family Code 4320 factors before agreeing to the change. Spousal or Domestic Partner Support Factors Under Family Code Section 4320Attachment (form FL-349)

Do you need a lawyer to file for spousal support?

You will most likely need a lawyer during this process. You can only get a maintenance order from the Supreme Court, whether youre in the middle of a divorce case or youre already divorced. Maintenance may also be called Spousal Maintenance. It used to be called Alimony.

What is form fl 157?

Spousal or Domestic Partner Support Declaration Attachment (FL-157) Explain the facts that support your request for a spousal or domestic partner support judgment. This is always attached to another form, like Declaration for Default or Uncontested Judgment (Form FL-170)

What is a FL 155 form?

Financial Statement (Simplified) (FL-155) Give your financial information to the court and to your spouse or domestic partner. This also explains when to use either this form or form FL-150. The court considers the information before making child support orders. Get form FL-155.

Can I take my ex back to court for more alimony?

Youll need evidence of their relationship and youll need your lawyer to bring a motion to modify the alimony. You should speak with your lawyer about how to best gather evidence for proof, and what modifications you can assume.

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