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Florida Alimony by Donald G. Criscuolo, Esq.

This type of alimony is usually sought after by the spouse in need and usually dreaded by the spouse who is the primary wage earner. It is usually paid monthly during the lifetime of the recipient or until the recipient re-marries.

The Changing World of Alimony by Joel H. Feldman, Esq.

Alimony is undergoing significant changes in Florida. The law is evolving as more women enter the workforce, obtain equal pay with men, and are capable of self-support.

A New Type of Alimony in the State of Florida - Durational Alimony by Gary E. Williams, Esq.

A new statute became effective July 1st, 2010 that changed the way alimony is calculated and awarded in the state of Florida. The statute created a new type of alimony-

Does Alimony End In A Florida Divorce If A Spouse Remarries or Lives With Someone? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

After the divorce is over and the former spouses have moved on with their lives, often the spouse receiving alimony develops a new love interest. Sometimes that leads to another marriage.

Alimony in Florida by Donald G. Criscuolo, Esq.

Unless the case involves a hotly contested child custody dispute, the issue most likely to cause acrimony is the issue of alimony. Alimony is spousal support paid after the divorce is final.

Florida Transitional Alimony by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

Florida divorce law requires that permanent periodic alimony (a fixed amount per month which lasts until one spouse dies or the receiving spouse remarries) is restricted to long term marriages.

Rehabilitative Alimony in Florida by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

Rehabilitative alimony is one of the forms of support available to a spouse in a Florida divorce. It is paid by the spouse who has the greater income and it is paid to the spouse who has a temporary need for it until that spouse can get back to full earning potential.

What Is Alimony? by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

The concept of alimony was created many years ago at a time when the percentage of women who were either not working at all or were working in relatively low paying jobs was extremely high.

Florida Permanent Periodic Alimony Factors by Stann W. Givens, Esq.

The most common form of alimony in a divorce is permanent periodic alimony.

Florida Law Update - Alimony and Cohabitation by Tina L. Lewert, Esq.

In 2005, the Florida Legislature enacted certain revisions to Florida Statute Section 61.14, which governs modifications of support awards in divorce proceedings.

Alimony Laws in Florida by Arnie Gruskin, Esq.

When a party believes that they have a need for financial assistance from the other party, alimony can be requested. As with child support, the Court can award temporary alimony until the final divorce hearing is held, at which time a permanent alimony amount may be ordered.

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Alimony in Florida can be requested when one spouse needs financial assistance. In order to qualify for alimony, the requesting spouse must prove need and that the paying spouse is financially able to make the payments. Alimony is typically a set amount which is paid monthly for a set period of time or until certain circumstances occur, such as remarriage. Alimony is not as common as one may think. The Florida divorce court can award temporary alimony until the final divorce hearing is held. Then, at the final divorce hearing, the court can order permanent alimony if it is requested and necessary.

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