Standard of Living - Divorce Encyclopedia

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Term Definition Standard of Living - the level of expenses -- the so-called "lifestyle" -- enjoyed by a couple during their marriage.

Application in Divorce This calculation is used in divorce actions to determine the amount of child support.

The standard of living means the manner in which a party is accustomed to live.

Most people who divorce Fair and reasonable property distributions can only do so much: two people who had lived in one household cannot live as cheaply apart as they did together.