Alimony and Support
THE PRE–TRIAL PROCESS
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Quick Facts About SupportYou may receive or be required to make, payments after divorce. These facts will give you a basic understanding of alimony, spousal support and maintenance. |
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Alimony, Spousal Support and Maintenance ExplainedThe right to receive support payments after divorce, dissolution or legal separation is not guaranteed. This article explains the different types of support and how a judge or commission decides if you should receive support payments. |
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Family Support and Unallocated AlimonyInstead of paying or receiving child support and alimony, spousal support or maintenance, you might consider the alternatives, family support and unallocated alimony. |
YOU ASKED
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Q. My husband and I have been married for 10 years and do not have
any children. I would like to go back to school in order
to support myself. If we divorce,
will I
qualify for alimony? Answer written by Divorce Lawyer and Expert, Donna Beck Weaver, CFLS |
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Q. I am retired and disabled. If my husband and I divorce, will a Judge order me to return to work or will
my husband be required to pay spousal support? Answer written by Divorce Lawyer and Expert, Donna Beck Weaver, CFLS |
