When a Florida couple divorces, one of the most complex issues to navigate is alimony. Of course, in some cases, there is room for negotiation amid cordial relations and they can agree on how much the alimony will be. In others, there is a major gap. The paying former...
Alimony
What other types of alimony are available?
Divorce can become contentious, regardless of the circumstances. Though, other than child custody, one of the most contentious disputes revolve around alimony. Indeed, our blog even recently discussed permanent alimony. However, readers were likely left wonder what...
Will permanent alimony be awarded as part of my Florida divorce?
Alimony is a common source of dispute in a Florida divorce. This is true from the perspective of the former spouse who might be ordered to pay and the former spouse who will be receiving payments. There are different types of alimony under state law. In some...
The four types of alimony in Florida
The topic of alimony is often a hot-button issue when Floridians divorce. Both sides want to see a fair outcome, and no two situations are the same. Florida law recognizes that different circumstances may call for different outcomes and thus recognizes four types of...
What if alimony is not paid because the obligor is unemployed?
When there is an order that a former spouse pay alimony to the other former spouse, it is imperative that the payments be made on time and in full. Circumstances may arise where the paying spouse (the obligor) is unemployed, underemployed or without income. For the...
Three facts about alimony in Florida
Getting through a divorce can be difficult on a Florida resident. If they were dependent on their ex for financial support throughout the marriage, getting by after a divorce can also be challenging. For some individuals, starting over outside of ended marriages can...
How can I influence alimony in Florida?
Alimony is one of the most important financial aspects of a divorce settlement. Many people going through a divorce place a large emphasis on the division of assets, without realizing that an unfair alimony settlement could put them at a severe financial disadvantage....
Can I predict my alimony payments in Florida?
No matter whether you have already committed to filing for divorce or you are merely considering it, it's likely that you have thought about whether you will be entitled to alimony payments, otherwise known as spousal support, as part of your divorce settlement. If...
Alimony records are necessary for both parties
Alimony isn't as common as it once was, but it is imperative that you ensure you have proper records if it is a part of your divorce. The spousal support order is set in one of two ways. The first is that you and your ex agree on what's going to be paid and when. The...
Stay on top of current laws when dealing with alimony
Some divorces include a provision for alimony payments. This can come about because the court determined it was necessary; however, it might also stem from an agreement over the divorce settlement. In either case, the paying spouse must pay as ordered or take time to...
