Alimony for the maintenance of a wife, a wife from her husband, the wife’s rights to alimony

Many believe that the legal practice of a man paying maintenance to his divorced wife, and even the expression “wife alimony” itself, fell out of use along with the development of women’s emancipation. But that's not true. According to Russian laws, in some cases a woman can count on alimony from her husband, not only her former husband, but also her present one.

And this will be alimony intended specifically for the spouse, and not for the child. Children's fees are paid separately. A pregnant woman caring for certain categories of children who is disabled is entitled to alimony. The conditions that are necessary to receive alimony will be discussed in the article.

Is a common-law wife entitled to alimony?

Many modern people are quite skeptical about the institution of marriage, believing that “a stamp in a passport does not change anything.” They live together and have children in a so-called “civil marriage.” By the way, the name is erroneous, since a civil marriage was originally called a marriage registered by state authorities, as opposed to a church one.

When applied to emotions, the “stamp” really “doesn’t change anything.” In the social space, everything changes radically. “Civil” couples often face unpleasant consequences that they do not think about at the beginning of the relationship. During separation, no court will help to fairly divide property and protect housing rights. Civil spouses are not included in the list of legal heirs. In the event of an emergency, they often cannot obtain information about their “other half”, because... it is given only to relatives, etc.

Same with alimony. Only the “real” wife has the right to them. “Civil” is not entitled to anything by law. She will receive child support (if paternity is voluntarily recognized by the man or proven by the court). Never on yourself.

A real man in the modern world

In the modern world, in order to provide for himself and his family, a man does not need to risk his life every day and look for mammoths. It is enough to work and develop in your chosen professional field. Not bad conditions, right?

For his own realization, a man must work and earn money. Failure to comply with this condition is a clear sign of degradation. A real man must create comfortable living conditions for himself and his chosen one. Another of his duties is to provide for his offspring. This also applies to the maintenance of children in the event of a divorce from their mother. It is curious, but in the modern world many families still adhere to patriarchal views, to the point that the men in them do not allow their wives to work.

Alimony for wife during marriage

Financial support by spouses for each other is not only “normal” and “natural”. Its necessity is legislated (Article No. 89 of the RF IC).

This requirement of law and morality becomes especially relevant in the case of joint children. A pregnant woman, and a woman caring for a baby, is not able to earn her own living. “Children’s” state benefits are not designed to allow a mother and child to fully exist without it - it is only a small material benefit to ease the parental burden, intended exclusively for the needs of the child within the framework of state protection of his rights.

In such a situation, taking full responsibility for providing for the family is the direct duty of a man. And if he evades him, the law comes to protect the rights of his wife.

A woman can apply for alimony through the court and get her husband to allocate a certain amount of money for her monthly living.

Indexation of alimony

In most cases, the former spouse will have to pay alimony for many years, and prices for vital goods rise regularly. To ensure that the wife to whom this alimony is paid does not find herself in a deliberately disadvantageous position, they are subject to indexation.

To facilitate this process, the amount of alimony is indicated by the court in an amount that is a multiple of the subsistence minimum, or as a share thereof. Thus, as the cost of living increases, the amount of alimony will automatically increase.

In what cases does a husband pay alimony to his wife?

So, according to the already mentioned article of the RF IC No. 89, in order to collect alimony from a husband for the maintenance of his wife, the following conditions are necessary:

Officially registered marriage
Wife who is unable to work and in need of financial support

The following circumstances make a woman unable to work and/or in need of financial support:

Pregnancy
Being on maternity leave (and a child under three years old)
Caring for a disabled child under 18 years old, plus her insufficient income
Caring for a child recognized as a disabled child, regardless of age (disability groups I and II), plus her insufficient level of income
Her personal and/or health-related disability

Let us dwell in more detail on the most common grounds for a wife to receive alimony from her husband.

Alimony for pregnant wife

Carrying a child in common with a man is a legal reason to seek financial support from your husband (or to the court, if the husband is against supporting his pregnant wife). No additional basis for alimony other than pregnancy is required. A simple certificate from the antenatal clinic is enough.

Alimony for a pregnant wife can be assigned both during marriage and after divorce.

ATTENTION! In legal practice, the father of an unborn child is automatically a man married to his mother. The “law of 300 days” is also in force (Article No. 48 of the RF IC). A man is considered the father of his ex-wife's child if less than 300 days have passed between the date of divorce and the birth of the child. If a man doubts his biological paternity, he will have to resort to genetic testing. There is no other way to avoid alimony for a pregnant wife, even if she is expecting a child from another man.

How much alimony will a pregnant wife receive from her husband?

This point is regulated by law (Article No. 91 of the RF IC). But the actual amount of alimony is not determined by the law. Spouses can:

agree on a specific amount yourself by concluding an oral agreement or writing and notarizing it
go to court, which, after considering all the circumstances and taking into account the man’s income level, will determine the amount of alimony

Alimony for a pregnant wife, unlike child support, is never assigned in the form of a percentage of income - only in the form of a fixed monthly amount.

Alimony for spouse on maternity leave

In Russia, a woman’s right to a four-month “sick leave” for childbirth and partially paid leave to care for a child up to 3 years is legally enshrined. But state benefits, although they provide tangible assistance to wealthy families, do not fully cover the needs of the mother and child if the husband does not “feed” the family.

Alimony from the husband is considered an additional way to protect the rights of motherhood and the rights of the child. A man is required to support the mother of his child (in addition to child support) for the first three years.

If the child is disabled, alimony for him and his wife can be collected until the age of 18 or indefinitely (depending on the disability group and other circumstances)

How much alimony is due to a wife on maternity leave?

As mentioned above, the specific amount is not indicated in Article No. 91 of the RF IC, which regulates this issue.

The general principles are the same as in the case of paying “pregnancy alimony”:

you can negotiate on your own
you can sue

Alimony for a mother on maternity leave is also collected exclusively in a “firm”, fixed form, based on the level of PM in the region. If at the same time alimony is being collected for a child or children, it can be calculated as a generally accepted percentage of income (25% for 1 child, 33% for 2, 50% for 3+)

ATTENTION! Child support for triplets plus their mother is one of the rare cases where a man's child support payments can exceed half of his income. In normal situations, more than 50% cannot be recovered. But since such cases are considered exceptional, a deduction of up to 70% of the salary is allowed

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The amount of maintenance depends on the actual financial status of both parties. The judge makes a decision based on Art. 91 RF IC. The maximum amount of alimony cannot exceed 75% of the salary, but this is relevant if the spouse’s income is high. 30% is collected at a low salary level, but most often the amount is set at 50%.

Considering that the official salary at many enterprises in Russia is the subsistence level, it is recommended to try to draw up a peace agreement and have it certified by a notary. On its basis, the ex-husband will make payments to his ex-wife for the maintenance of his child, based on real financial capabilities. Such agreements usually provide for annual indexation in accordance with the level of inflation.

Alimony to wife after divorce

It is believed (and not without reason) that if it was not possible to reach a normal agreement peacefully, it is much more difficult to collect alimony from the husband in court after a divorce. Women are ready to do this for the sake of their children in order to force “irresponsible” fathers to participate at least a little in their upkeep. But it is extremely rare that they put forward claims to collect alimony on themselves.

And, by the way, in vain. The law guarantees their protection, and the ability to use the provisions of the law is the effective protection of one’s civil and personal rights.

In the meantime, let’s consider in what cases the ex-wife has the right to receive alimony from her husband, and under what conditions.

Grounds for paying alimony to an ex-wife

We have already discussed the conditions associated with pregnancy and childcare. There are several other grounds for alimony that apply only to women, regardless of children, their age and state of health:

A woman lost her ability to work (became disabled group I or II) during marriage or during the first year after divorce. At the same time, she was recognized as needy - in a difficult financial situation
The woman lived in marriage with this man for a long time and reached retirement age 5 or less years after the divorce. At the same time, she must also be recognized as needy, low-income

Terms of payment of alimony to ex-wife

So, as can be understood from the previous section, two conditions are required - disability and need - for a woman to receive the right to receive alimony from her ex-husband. Let's look at them.

Disability is a person’s condition in which he cannot work regularly and receive normal earnings. In addition to pregnancy and round-the-clock care for babies, of course, retirement age or disability of group I or II makes a woman incapacitated.

Neediness is a financial situation that does not provide the opportunity to satisfy the basic needs of life. There are a number of generally accepted markers for determining need - for example, the discrepancy between the income of the PM (income means the totality of pensions, social benefits, and possible earnings). The degree of need is determined by the court taking into account specific circumstances (for example, the need for expensive treatment or supportive procedures to prolong life).

ATTENTION! To receive alimony from her ex-husband, the wife must meet both conditions: be disabled and in need at the same time. This doesn't always match. For example, a successful businesswoman who falls ill and becomes disabled is not in need - she has a decent income, savings, or at least the opportunity to sell the business. A young, healthy, unemployed woman is certainly in need. But she has the opportunity to support herself, since she is able to work.

Need and disability must be proven only in cases where alimony is collected exclusively from the wife. Alimony for wives who care for small children and disabled children does not require proof of the woman’s incapacity and need.

Home and real breadwinners

At the dawn of civilization, every person knew his purpose from the very development. Only the strongest, strongest and bravest men could achieve success. Their responsibilities included obtaining food and ensuring the safety of their family. Primitive women chose the one who was ready to bring the mammoth into the cave. The ladies themselves dutifully accepted the role of homemaker. They expressed their love for men in caring for their spouse and children, organizing their daily lives and doing household chores.

Some relationship experts suggest that many of us still instinctively perceive men as breadwinners and women as submissive housewives. But is this relevant in our time?

Alimony to the wife of a disabled person and a pensioner

So let's repeat. According to Article No. 90 of the RF IC (clause 1), an ex-wife has the right to receive alimony from her ex-husband if:

became disabled during marriage or the first year after divorce
reached retirement age less than 5 years after the divorce, in cases where the marriage lasted long enough

How much alimony will a disabled wife and a pensioner receive from her husband?

As in most “alimony” articles, No. 90 (clause 1) of the RF IC does not provide any specific amounts. It only states that former spouses can:

reach an independent agreement on an amount that suits both (orally or in written, notarized form)
go to court, which will calculate a fixed alimony rate based on the specific situation

ATTENTION! The law does not provide for either a maximum or minimum amount of such alimony. If the ex-spouse is wealthy and compassionate, he may voluntarily provide the disabled ex-wife with enough money so that she does not need it (but in such cases there is usually no need to resort to court assistance). The court usually assigns small amounts (a percentage of the PM). If the ex-husband is a pensioner himself without additional income (or with unofficial income, the presence of which cannot be proven), he will not receive alimony at all.

Real women

Suppose a real man in the modern world still remains a breadwinner. What is the role of women under such conditions? If the family budget consists entirely or mostly of the husband's income, the wife should contribute to the relationship. This includes taking care of your spouse and children, cooking, maintaining order in the house and solving other household issues.

Moreover, if the home is a woman’s sphere of responsibility, the man must satisfy all her material needs. It is not without reason that they say that a family is happy where the wife does not know where the money comes from, and the husband does not know where it goes. The need to constantly replenish the family budget stimulates a man to develop and strive to increase his income. If a woman has a stable financial situation, she becomes happier, and this has a positive effect on relationships.

When does a wife lose the right to alimony from her husband?

According to the law, a husband (both former and current) is exempt from paying alimony to his wife in the following cases:

The marriage did not last long (the law does not contain an exact period, the court is guided by the circumstances)
The wife has behaved or is behaving inappropriately in the marriage (abuses alcohol or drugs, does not take care of the children, demonstrates immoral behavior, etc.)
Disability occurred through the fault of the woman herself (usually as a result of the same drug or alcohol abuse)
After a divorce, a woman entered into a new marriage (even if it was short-lived and broke up at the time she received disability)

In addition, as mentioned earlier, the determining factor for this type of alimony is the husband’s financial ability to support his ex-wife. Only his official income is taken into account.

ATTENTION! In the case of “child” alimony, the court is always ready to accommodate in order to enable the woman to prove that her ex-husband has hidden income or unofficial earnings (since we are talking about protecting the rights of the child, which is a kind of “legal trend”). When collecting alimony for your ex-wife, everything is much more complicated. An experienced family law attorney may be able to help you succeed. But a lot depends on the characteristics of each specific situation.

What does a man owe his wife? Psychotechnologist's opinion.

We live in a society, and from childhood we see the example of our family, then the experience of first love, then college, and when the time comes to get married, we already have a clear understanding of what we owe and to whom. The majority believes that men should protect, maintain, women should wash, clean, well, everything as usual.

But in fact, this game of “who owes what to whom” is just an unwillingness to take responsibility for your life. Without knowing their roles and responsibilities in a relationship, people tend to shift responsibility to another and expect certain behavior and actions from him. And any expectations, as we all know, lead to disappointment, and then to bitterness and pain.

Let's return to our main question, who owes what to whom?

And the first thing you owe is to yourself. You must love yourself, take care of your health, develop physically and spiritually. Our task is to take care of ourselves, not others. After all, when you are busy with your life, you are happy, fulfilled and interesting. Tell me, can such a person make another unhappy?

No. This means that in order to make someone else happy, you must first of all be happy yourself. And as often happens with us, we create relationships in the hope that the other will make me happy, that will give me what I so lack.

Voluntary procedure for obtaining alimony for a wife from her husband

Article No. 91 of the RF IC provides for the possibility of concluding a voluntary alimony agreement between a husband and wife (it makes no difference whether they are divorced or remain married).

This could be a simple verbal agreement. In a legal sense, it is similar to a “civil marriage” - its implementation depends entirely on the goodwill of the parties. If the husband “promised” alimony but does not pay, there is no leverage over him. A written and notarized agreement has the force of a writ of execution.

A written child support agreement must contain:

All passport data of both parties: full name, series/number, by whom it was issued, place of permanent registration and place of residence, if it does not actually coincide with registration
Grounds for payment of alimony and list of agreements reached:
the amount and frequency of its payment (you can agree on weekly, monthly, etc., payment)
method of transferring funds (in person, by transfer, to a card)
all additional conditions are at the discretion of the parties
Date and personal signatures of husband and wife

You can find examples of such agreements and focus on them. Or contact a family lawyer from the Prav.io portal. They will explain to you how to correctly compose a document or give you a verified link to safely download the sample.

Where Do Doubts Come From?

Even ordinary modern women often earn the same as men. However, according to an established tradition, a cocktail in a bar, a taxi and a trip to the Maldives are paid for by the stronger sex, while the weaker sex bats their eyelashes, gets capricious and puts their unspent salary into an individual deposit account. That is why many men today - namely 45% - are seriously convinced that it is time to reconsider the question of who supports whom and how much.

The most amazing thing is that 15% of women absolutely agree with them! They do not want to be kept women and even in marriage they want to pay their own bills. The remaining 85% are outraged to the core. “You are a man - you must!”, and they argue for this attitude, developed over centuries, by extracting articles from the Family Code - emancipation, gentlemen, everyone is legally savvy!

By the way, if we talk about the legal side of the issue, I immediately remember the daring status of one account on social networks: “Everything that I owe is spelled out in the tax legislation, what I should not do is in the Criminal Code. The rest depends on mood and circumstances.” A little boorish, but very true characterizes the position of many men, the existence of which is largely the fault of women themselves.

Sometimes ladies are so worried that they will be left without a roof over their heads, a car and alimony, covering not only the child’s food and education, but also their mother’s spas, that even before marriage they do everything to ensure that the divorce takes place. It’s not like I don’t want to provide this kind of thing.

But there are also enough men who use the stereotype “All women are bitches, they just want money,” and do not pay anything at all. Such a categorical refusal of any obligations does not indicate offended male pride and mental wounds, but only an unwillingness to take responsibility, an unpreparedness for a serious relationship.

These are all extremes, of course. Ideally, I would like that in a relationship the question would not arise at all about what benefits a man should provide to a woman, and what can be done without. It would be better if he understood everything himself and did it from the bottom of his heart. But such functions are more likely to appear in a new version of the iPhone than in a living male person. Therefore, let’s return to reality and talk like a man about a serious topic - what is the direct responsibilities of a male partner and why.

Psychologists are convinced that, despite some shake-ups and changes in society, a man and a woman should not change roles. A man is a strong link, protection and provider. A woman is a weak principle, peace and the keeper of the hearth. If you change their places, chaos, misunderstanding and conflicts will ensue, because the essence of man, inherent in nature, will be distorted.

How to file for alimony for wife maintenance?

If it was not possible to conclude a voluntary agreement, you can (and should) try to protect your rights through the court.

Procedure

If you have already had experience in filing a claim in court for child support, we will not tell you anything fundamentally new - everything is done in approximately the same way.

The only thing is that it is still worth seeking free legal advice on our portal. Firstly, the lawyer will analyze a specific situation from the right point of view, predict the chances of success, and give practical advice. Secondly, confirmation by a specialist that you are right will give you confidence and help you overcome difficulties.

Next everything is according to plan:

Prepare a claim (more on that below)
Collect all necessary documents proving your disability and need, or pregnancy and presence of children in need of care
Pay the fee
Submit the claim, accompanying documents, and a receipt for payment of the fee to the court office (it is advisable to do this at your husband’s place of residence, but you can do it in your own way if you are disabled or “home-bound” by children)
Wait until you receive notification of the place and time of the meeting (usually the meeting is scheduled a month after filing the claim)
Take part in a meeting or meetings (sometimes a case requires several). If there are several hearings, behave correctly towards the court (this is important). For example, if you cannot arrive at court at the time specified in the agenda, notify the court about this in advance and ask to postpone the hearing.
After a positive decision has been made for you, take the writ of execution and bring it to the FSSP so that the bailiffs can forcibly collect alimony from the defendant

Statement of claim

The requirements for it are determined by articles of the Code of Civil Procedure of the Russian Federation No. 131 and 132.

ATTENTION! Use a business-like formal style, avoid corrections and erasures, follow the order in which the facts of the case are presented. Make sure that all necessary information is provided. You can use a sample from the Internet or order a free consultation with a lawyer who will help you.

The procedure for presenting information and facts in a statement of claim:

“Hat” is the full name of the judicial body to which you are applying
Your passport and contact details
Passport and contact details of the defendant
“Claim for alimony” is a preparation
Next, proceed to a statement of the circumstances of the case. First of all, you should indicate the date of registration of marriage and divorce, the length of time you were married. Then, depending on the circumstances:
Having small children or disabled children
Own disability or retirement age
Information about needs and needs that cannot be satisfied
Mention of the provisions of articles of the RF IC No. 89-91, which serve as the basis for collecting alimony in your favor
Claim for the recovery of alimony from a former or current husband
List of documentary attachments to the claim
Date and signature

Documentation

Article No. 132 of the Code of Civil Procedure of the Russian Federation requires documentary evidence of the circumstances set out in the claim. Therefore, it is necessary to prepare copies of:

Passports (all)
Marriage or divorce certificates (all)
Children's birth certificates (if child support is related to child care)
Pension or disability certificate (if alimony is related to disability)

And also information:

from the housing office about family composition
about income (your own and the defendant’s, if possible)
medical evidence confirming the need for treatment

ATTENTION! Each specific situation may require additional documents that will have a positive impact on the very fact of receiving alimony and its amount. It is better to consult with a lawyer about this in advance.

Procedure

During the hearing(s), the court considers the claim, listens to the parties' arguments, and may require additional documents or call witnesses.

The defendant has the right to file a counterclaim, and both parties have the right to file motions for whatever they see fit. Throughout the process, the plaintiff and defendant can negotiate and enter into a settlement agreement. If it is drawn up correctly and does not infringe on the rights of any of the parties, the court will approve it.

Otherwise, after a comprehensive review of the case, the court will decide to pay alimony or refuse to pay.

Deadlines

As a rule, court decisions come into force within a month. Child support cases are an exception. Decisions on this matter come into effect immediately. Immediately after receiving the verdict, you can go to the FSSP and submit an application for forced collection of the due amount.

When exactly the money will be transferred depends on how the bailiffs work. This usually occurs 1-3 months after the application is submitted.

Expenses

The alimony process is not one of the “expensive” ones. According to the Tax Code of the Russian Federation (Article No. 333, paragraph 1, paragraph 14), the fee is 150 rubles. In the case where alimony is required by both mother and child - 300 rubles.

But, if the claim is satisfied, the fee will be collected from the defendant, the plaintiff will not have to pay.

Additional costs may include postal, stationery (for copies), notary (if a power of attorney is issued or certification of documents is required). In the case of legal support, this is a fee for the lawyer.

Amount of alimony

When calculating a specific amount, the court takes into account the following details characterizing the defendant:

His health and age
Duration of marriage
Current marital status (presence of children and dependents)
Amount of income, presence of other alimony obligations or debts
Other circumstances depending on the situation

ATTENTION! The amount of alimony ordered by the court to a wife is fixed as a “fixed” amount and can vary from several hundred to several thousand rubles. In practice, he almost never reaches the PM. If the ex-husband has the financial ability to pay more, it is reasonable to agree on this voluntarily.

The procedure for forced collection of alimony

It is no different from the forced collection of child support.

After receiving a positive court decision, the plaintiff applies to the FSSP to open enforcement proceedings. Deductions are made from the salary, pension, or any official income of the defendant. The funds are transferred to the plaintiff.

What does a man owe his wife?

Usually, any attempts to talk about this topic are instantly accompanied by the already very boring “no one owes anyone anything.” Although you can see a drop of some logic in this phrase, it is still impossible to live in a world where no one owes anyone anything. How do you imagine this?

We all have some responsibilities to other people (children, parents, spouse, boss, etc.) and to society. Yes, that’s right: if we live in a society, we simply do not have the right to give a damn about everyone and everything.

Regarding this topic: of course, the man with whom you accidentally cross paths on the street does not owe anything (except for situations when you need to fulfill your civic duty: call the police or an ambulance, or somehow help in an emergency). And men are still the stronger sex, and it’s very nice of them to help a girl with bags or protect her. This benefits both the girl and the man - he can feel like a knight, a hero and will receive gratitude and a smile from the girl. It’s really a pity that few men know the value of this, perhaps they have never helped like this, even to a stranger, but it’s really very nice for everyone.

Another question is about a man in a relationship, in a family. A man is the head of the family, the protector and the main breadwinner. This is strength, support, protection (including financial). Each partner in a relationship has their own roles and responsibilities. A woman has hers, a man has his.

A man must be responsible for his words, actions, woman and family. Yes, he must protect and financially provide for her and the children. It is the man who must think about providing for his family, otherwise he simply does not need to start one. Well, if you don’t owe anyone anything, then don’t expect anything from others.

Legal assistance

“Alimony” cases are very complicated. Wives want to get as much as possible, and husbands want to pay as little as possible. This conflict can be resolved in different ways, since the law allows the case to be considered from different positions.

Lawyers of the Prav.io portal strongly recommend that, before making a decision on legal proceedings, you at least seek advice. An experienced family lawyer will “sort everything out” and tell you which solution will be optimal - enter into an agreement or go to court.

And in cases where a peaceful resolution of the issue is impossible, it will help to correctly draw up a claim, collect and formalize evidence. A lawyer will effectively represent the client's interests in court. Legal assistance may be needed not only by recipients, but also by alimony payers.

The role of the father in the family

Parents are not born, they are made. And every child wants to have caring and loving parents. Therefore, adults need to engage in their upbringing in order to become good fathers and mothers.

Many fathers believe that they should become involved in raising their child only when he grows up. And while he is still small, one mother is enough for him. But such an arrangement does not benefit either the child or the father.

A father is more than just a father to a child. For him, he is a symbol of masculinity, a symbol of a man.
The father sets an example of behavior in the family, is an authority, a source of confidence, the personification of discipline and order. It helps the child learn about the world and technology, teaches him how to work, guides him towards his future profession, and creates goals and ideals.

The father brings the child into society, teaches him to take initiative and resist group pressure. He takes care of children less, thereby instilling self-discipline in the child and giving him more independence.

With a father, the child does not feel fear; in the eyes of the child, the father can do anything. Very often a loving father is a more effective teacher than a mother. Usually a child who grew up in a family without paternal authority is undisciplined and asocial. Young men who grew up in a single-parent family may exhibit increased aggressiveness.

Girls feel a lack of male attention, trying to make up for it by getting married early or simply having affairs with different men.

For full development, every boy must communicate with his father every day, be friends with him, receive his approval, and have a role model before his eyes.

In a daughter, her father helps her develop a positive self-esteem. Constant communication with her father teaches her to understand male psychology and not be afraid of men.

Registration and submission of documents

If you were able to reach an agreement peacefully, then to draw up an agreement you will need very few documents:

passports and photocopies of spouses;
Marriage certificate;
child's birth certificate;
an agreement that you will formalize notarized.

If you go to court, the list changes slightly. Here's what you'll need:

a statement of claim in which you indicate all your demands and evidence. It is best to draw it up with the help of a lawyer or lawyer;
photocopies of spouses' passports;
a photocopy of the child’s birth certificate;
documents on the spouse’s income;
certificate of residence;
certificate of pregnancy or disability of the child, if any;
receipt of payment of state duty.

The courts try to consider these cases as quickly as possible. But in any case, it will take at least 20-30 days.

Example 2: Tatyana divorced her husband 1 year ago and now she has a disability. Tatyana can establish alimony for her maintenance from her ex-husband. To do this, she needs to file a lawsuit.