Q: Am I able to use my husband’s infidelity against him in court? If so, how? 
A: Delaware is a no fault divorce state. Our statute is clear that property shall be divided without regard to marital misconduct. Generally, infidelity is a form of misconduct and the only benefit to filing under that ground is that you can finalize the divorce without waiting for six months of separation.
If you want answers to your questions and/or concerns call 302-478-4445 to set up a consultation.
Q: I’ve been married to my wife for 16 years. She was a stay at home mom for most of our 
marriage. If I file for divorce will I need to pay spousal support/alimony for her? If so, for how long?
A: It is highly possible that wife may be awarded support/alimony for some period of time. She would have to prove that she is dependent upon husband for support. The time of the award would not exceed 8 years, which is half of the time the parties were married.
If you want answers to your questions and/or concerns call 302-478-4445 to set up a consultation.
How to calculate child support 
Q: How is child support calculated?
A: Delaware utilizes a predefined formula to calculate child support called the Melson Formula. Both the mother’s and father’s income as well as certain deductions (although not all) are taken into consideration in the formula. Once all entries are completed, the formula calculates a support obligation. The formula along with instructions can be found on the Family Court website.
If you want answers to your questions and/or concerns call 302-478-4445 to set up a consultation.
On Friday July 18th from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., Gonser and Gonser, P.A. will be offering free Family Law consultations statewide. Consultations can be scheduled for all Delaware Family Court matters. Drew Gonser, a founding partner of Gonser and Gonser, P. A. will be conducting the consults at his Wilmington office located on Concord Pike off of Silverside Road, Erin K. Fitzgerald from the Dover office and Ashley Bickel from the Sussex office. It is expected that each consult will last about 15 minutes.
Gonser and Gonser, P.A. was founded in 2005 by Drew and his father, Bill Gonser as a full-service Family Law firm serving the needs of individuals and families throughout the state of Delaware.
Consultations will be by appointment only. To schedule a free consultation please call 302-478-4445 or complete the form below.
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