Maria is seeking your advice. She recently divorced her wife, Anita. Maria wants to know what her support rights might be. She has not been in the work force for 15 years. She has lived a comfortable life staying at home maintaining the house and caring for their 2 children. Anita earns approximately $350,000 per year.

What laws or regulations might the court apply with respect to payments for the support of Maria and Anita's children? How would they calculate the monetary amount of support based upon the applicable law? (a specific monetary amount is required in your answer)

What if Maria remarries? Would this impact her spousal support?