Alimony / Spousal Support
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The word ‘alimony’ has Latin roots and is actually passed down from the ancient word ‘alimonia’, which is translated as ‘sustenance’. In modern times, alimony refers to one of the previous spouses from a marriage providing some form of support or sustenance of the other spouse.
While typically both individuals recently separated from a marriage do not want to continuously be in each other’s lives, it becomes necessary when one spouse is unable to financially support themselves.
If you are dealing with one of these difficult situations, reach out to our devoted Birmingham alimony attorney for knowledgeable legal counsel.
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Different Types of Alimony Available in the State of Alabama
When the state of Alabama awards spousal support, these are usually temporary or periodic forms of alimony, which include such cases like:
Interim support
Rehabilitative alimony
Reimbursement alimony
Proving the Reality of Your Alimony Needs
So, you may be wondering how to get alimony in Alabama. To apply for alimony, a dependent spouse needs to show their reasons for asking for support. The court must decide whether the individual’s current living standard is drastically lower than it was during the marriage.
The court will also look at the current income of both spouses. These are only a few components that lead to alimony being awarded, however.
Other factors the court will carefully examine include key elements such as:
Changing Laws in Alabama Regarding Spousal Support
Alimony or spousal support laws have recently changed in Alabama, which makes already complicated standards even more complex and confusing to those without experience in the law.
Throughout the past, individuals were able to get permanent spousal support without too much difficulty, but now, with Alabama HB 257 established, it is much harder to get this type of alimony.
Only in rare circumstances under strict standards can permanent alimony be granted – usually when one of the spouses is so handicapped that they will never be able to earn a living or be independent.
These changing laws make obtaining alimony more complex in recent years. Because proving the need for alimony – or proving that you cannot provide alimony – can be complicated, it is helpful to seek the powerful legal advocacy of the Law Office of Albert Moore.
Contact An Experienced Alimony Attorney
If you’re in need of a skilled Alabama alimony attorney, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We can assist you in understanding and knowing your alimony and spousal support rights. Many factors are considered when determining an alimony order, so schedule a complimentary consultation with us to discuss the specifics of your case.
Call us today at (205) 440-1442 or contact us online to get a completely complimentary consultation with our Birmingham alimony/spousal support lawyer.
