Interim Financial Support
Divorce proceedings can take months, but everyday living expenses can’t wait. When one spouse is left without financial means while the divorce is ongoing, the court can step in to provide maintenance pending suit—a temporary order requiring the other party to provide financial support until a final settlement is reached.
This type of interim maintenance is designed to meet essential needs such as housing, food, and utilities, especially in cases where one spouse was financially dependent or does not have immediate access to income. It is not about long-term entitlements, but about maintaining basic financial stability and preventing undue hardship.
The court considers the paying party’s ability to contribute and the immediate needs of the applicant. These orders can be applied for quickly—often on an urgent basis where the need is pressing. Once a final financial remedy order is made, the temporary maintenance ends and is replaced with the final settlement terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is temporary financial support ordered by the court to help a financially dependent spous emanage essential living costs during divorce proceedings.
Spouses facing financial hardship or lack of income who need support before a final financial settlement is reached.
You can apply as soon as the divorce is underway. In urgent cases, the court may list the application within days.
No one should be left financially vulnerable during divorce. At AAGA Solicitors, we act swiftly to secure emergency financial support so you can focus on the bigger picture with stability and dignity. We’re here when it matters most.