Spousal support is possible in many instances, depending on the particular circumstances of the case. However, if a party seeking alimony has committed an act during the marriage that would be grounds for divorce in favor of the other party, the request for spousal support will likely be denied. If the parties cannot agree as to the duration and amount of spousal support, the law directs the courts to consider several specific factors in making a determination whether a party is entitled to receive alimony, and in what amounts, and for what length of time. In many instances temporary support ( “pendite lite” support) may be sought while the case is pending before the court until final adjudication. Unless the parties otherwise agree, spousal support usually terminates when either spouse dies, the party receiving alimony remarries, or the party receiving support acts in a manner that under state law terminates the right to support.

Frequently Asked Questions

 


Q: What About Alimony?

A:

Spousal support is possible in many instances, depending on the particular circumstances of the case. However, if a party seeking alimony has committed an act during the marriage that would be grounds for divorce in favor of the other party, the request for spousal support will likely be denied.

If the parties cannot agree as to the duration and amount of spousal support, the law directs the courts to consider several specific factors in making a determination whether a party is entitled to receive alimony, and in what amounts, and for what length of time.

In many instances temporary support (“pendite lite” support) may be sought while the case is pending before the court until final adjudication.

Unless the parties otherwise agree, spousal support usually terminates when either spouse dies, the party receiving alimony remarries, or the party receiving support acts in a manner that under state law terminates the right to support.


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