There are a number of issues in divorce that can have lasting financial implications far after the dissolution of marriage paperwork has been signed off on by a judge. One such issue is spousal support, or “alimony.” While many things may change with divorce, both you and your former spouse will...
Category: Alimony
Who Qualifies for Rehabilitative Alimony?
Let’s face it, alimony is a hot button topic for many going through divorce or about to go through the divorce process. The prospect of paying a former spouse money for an extended period of time after the marriage has ended does not sit well with many nor does the prospect...
What is Alimony Pendente Lite?
Divorce is filled with many important issues that must be decided before the actual divorce can be finalized. Property and debt division is one such issue as is child support and alimony. The thing that may come as a surprise to many couples is the fact that alimony decisions can arise...
What to Know About Florida Alimony
Of all the contentious issues that can arise over the course of a divorce, alimony may top them all. Something about the prospect of making payments to a former spouse gets emotions and feelings, in general, to run very high. Part of managing the stress and everything else that comes with...
Types of Alimony Awarded in Florida
In a divorce, one of the most hotly contested issues can be alimony. Alimony is a court-ordered payment to be made by one spouse to the other during a divorce, after a divorce, or both. Either spouse is able to request support during divorce proceedings and the request will be evaluated...
Can I Request Alimony After Divorce Proceedings Are Done?
Divorce proceedings can sometimes feel like they are going both too fast and too slow at the same time. There is a lot at play and a lot of important decisions being made. After the divorce is final, you may feel like you are playing catch up. There are some things...
Does Filing Bankruptcy Impact Alimony Obligations?
Divorce and financial struggles often go hand in hand on multiple levels. On one level, financial issues are often cited as some of the more prominent reasons for seeking a divorce in the first place. On another level, divorce can exacerbate or lead to financial difficulties, particularly when the fiscal adjustment...
Can You Waive Your Right to Alimony?
Alimony, or spousal support, can be an important part of the foundation on which you build your new life after divorce. The financial transition going from a two-income house down to a one-income house can be jarring. This can be even more true if your spouse was the sole breadwinner....
If My Ex Goes Bankrupt, Will I Still Get Alimony?
Alimony, also referred to as “spousal support,” is court-ordered payments from one spouse to the other spouse after divorce or separation has occurred. Essentially, alimony is ordered in the event that one spouse needs such funds to maintain the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage and the other spouse has...
Can I Request Alimony After Divorce Proceedings Are Complete?
Even when divorce is for the best, it can make a person feel as though their whole life has turned upside down. Going from a two-person income household to two different one-person income households can also be a significant financial change for both former spouses. If a divorce was somewhat rushed...
