There is no law that states alimony will always be ordered when a couple divorces.

Rather a court will consider the following factors when making a determination about whether alimony is appropriate in a particular case: length of marriage; causes for the breakdown of the marriage; age, health, station, occupation, and needs of each spouse; and future earning capacity of each spouse.

For tax purposes, typically, the person paying alimony normally can deduct such payments from their income and the person receiving alimony, must include the payments as income.

The payment of alimony is usually terminated upon remarriage and may be modified, suspended or terminated upon the cohabitation of the ex-spouse receiving alimony payments.

Schedule a consultation with Attorney Berman today to discuss whether alimony is appropriate in your situation.