The judicial decision as to whether to order the payment of alimony in a divorce is often a contentious one. It raises concerns of fairness for both the payor and the payee, accusations of lifelong financial enslavement to a former spouse, as well as questions as to the nature and consequence of marriage in a… Read More >
West Palm Beach Divorce Attorney on Alimony Reform
The issue of alimony reform is back on the table in the 2015 session of the Florida Legislature. Alimony reform legislation passed the state legislature in 2013, only to be vetoed by Governor Rick Scott. The reason he gave at the time was his disagreement with the retroactive effect of the bill. However, the current… Read More >
Florida’s Alimony Legislation that Paves the Way for Reform
Several lawmakers in Florida’s legislature have introduced alimony legislation that paves the way for reform. Alimony is one of the first, and most debated, considerations in Florida divorce cases. Unfortunately, many perceptions of alimony are inaccurate or completely inapplicable. Like so many elements of divorce, there is not necessarily one standard for alimony that will apply to… Read More >
Will I Receive Alimony in My Florida Divorce?
For all spouses, life will change significantly following a divorce. Depending upon your individual circumstances, you may lose the financial support of the primary breadwinner, have to move out of the family home, divide your possessions, and share time with your children. Recognizing the financial impact that always accompanies a divorce, the Florida legislature has… Read More >
Overview of Alimony in Florida
In a Florida divorce proceeding, the judge may award alimony (also known as maintenance or spousal support) to a spouse who is in financial need. Alimony generally refers to a monetary amount that the court determines is appropriate for one spouse to pay to the other (i.e., whether for a certain period of time, by… Read More >
Pending Legislation Could Radically Change Alimony in Florida
The Florida legislature is considering House Bill 231, which would significantly change the statute that governs alimony in Florida. The bill has successfully passed the Civil Justice Subcommittee and next will be considered by the House Judiciary Committee. Because this bill could have a profound impact on alimony in Florida divorce cases if it becomes… Read More >
Predicting an Alimony Award in a Florida Divorce can be Extremely Difficult
We frequently speak with clients that were the primary or sole breadwinner during a marriage, and, at times, they often find the notion of alimony or spousal support baffling because they supported their spouse for years during the marriage. However, the legal justification for alimony is that marriage is a partnership. One spouse’s effectiveness and success at earning… Read More >
