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Does Remarriage Affect Alimony?

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When a couple divorces after many years of marriage, the courts will typically award alimony to the financially dependent spouse. Alimony is intended to help a lesser-earning spouse financially support themselves post-divorce. When the recipient of alimony remarries, cohabitates with someone else, or their financial situation improves, the person paying alimony may want to… Read More »

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How to Modify Alimony in Florida

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During a divorce in Florida, either party can seek alimony, also known as spousal support. Permanent alimony is no longer an option due to recent changes in the law. However, this type of support can still ensure that neither party is placed in financial hardship due to the ending of the marriage. Alimony orders… Read More »

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FAQs About Spousal Support in Florida

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 There are many issues a couple will have to resolve during a divorce. One of the most contentious of these is spousal support, commonly referred to as alimony. Spousal support refers to payments made by one spouse to the other during and after divorce. While this concept sounds straightforward enough, it can become complicated… Read More »

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Are Recipients of Alimony Required to Look for Work?

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There are many reasons the family courts in Florida order one spouse, usually the higher earner, to pay the other alimony during divorce. Often, alimony is awarded when one spouse becomes financially dependent on the other during the marriage. Spousal support is then meant to provide for the dependent spouse until they can support… Read More »

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Florida Law No Longer Allows Permanent Alimony

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The Florida legislature has been trying to reform the law on spousal support, commonly known as alimony, for many years. Recently, lawmakers were successful with SB 1416, which has been in effect since July 1, 2023. There are a number of changes included in the law. These include the elimination of permanent spousal support,… Read More »

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How Long Does Alimony Last in Orlando?

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When going through a divorce, one spouse may be ordered to pay alimony. Couples can reach an agreement about this term and if it is fair, a judge will approve it. If the couples cannot agree, or a judge deems an agreement unfair, the court will decide. Many factors are considered when determining what… Read More »

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How Does Remarriage Affect Alimony?

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When two spouses get a divorce, one party is often ordered to pay alimony to the other. Alimony, also known as spousal support, is meant to help one individual support themselves financially after a divorce. Judges can order one party to pay permanent alimony, although temporary spousal support is much more common. Even when… Read More »

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What Are The Pros And Cons Of Lump Sum Alimony In Orlando?

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Most people who consider alimony, also known as spousal support in Orlando, think about the monthly payments made from one spouse to another during and/or after a divorce. Monthly alimony payments are also known as periodic alimony, but this is not the only type of spousal support ordered by family law judges during divorce… Read More »

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Important Things To Know About Alimony In Florida

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Divorce will have an impact on every area of your life, including your finances. Not only can the divorce process be expensive in itself, but you may also wonder how you will support yourself, or if a judge will order you to pay alimony. Spousal support is one of the most contentious issues in… Read More »

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Alimony and Reform in Florida

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Anyone in the Orlando area who is considering divorce should think about whether she or he may be required to pay alimony or may be entitled to receive alimony. The Court considers several factors when determining whether alimony is appropriate. These factors include but are not limited to, The length of the marriage The… Read More »

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