Your Social Security Benefits After Your Annapolis Divorce
Among the many aspects of an Annapolis divorce people often worry about, social security benefits is one of them. Many wonder if they will lose the benefit of receiving their spouses social security once they divorce, and others may wonder if they will still provide support to their spouses once they have broken up. Here, a Maryland family law attorney discusses what happens.
Both Spouses Can Still Receive Benefits
If both spouses are over the age of 62, they can still receive social security benefits following their Maryland divorce. If the spouse who was receiving the benefits on account of his or her spouse is not full retirement age, he or she is not eligible to receive the funds.
Applying for the Benefits
If you still wish to receive social security benefits after you become divorced in Maryland, youll need to file an application with the Social Security Administration stating so. You will not receive the money unless you do so.
Affects on Other Family Members
The social security that your ex-spouse receives will not have any affect on the money you or your family receives. This is often reassuring for both the spouse and the family members, and can make the Anne Arundel County divorce easier to get through.
If you are facing an Annapolis divorce, you likely have many questions, including those about social security. For answers to those questions, give the law offices of Jimeno and Gray a call at (888) 903-5514. We will do all we can to help you navigate through this challenging time in your life.
Request your free copy of the book The Ultimate Guide to Divorce in Maryland, written by Annapolis family law attorney Frank C. Gray, Jr., when you call.’