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Alimony, also referred to as spousal support, is money paid to a spouse to help support him or her financially. Alimony can be temporary (paid during the divorce process), or permanent (after the divorce is granted). Additionally, alimony can be paid in one lump sum in lieu of property division.
Alimony is awarded to either spouse according to the following factors:
However, alimony is not authorized when it can be shown the separation was caused by adultery or desertion. Adultery is not a bar in every instance, but only when adultery has been shown to be the cause of the separation between the parties. Any sexual relations outside of the marriage may constitute adultery.
The main controlling factors in determining the amount of permanent alimony are the needs of the spouse requesting alimony and the other spouse’s ability to pay. However, courts will also consider the other factors listed below:
Generally, unperformed obligations for permanent alimony to a spouse shall cease if that spouse remarries or as otherwise stated in the divorce decree.
Attorney Ashley M. Brodie can help with all your alimony needs and questions in the Macon, Georgia area. Contact her offices at (478) 239-2780 (Macon) or (478) 936-9842 (Gray) to get started on your confidential consultation.
