Alimony
How do I get alimony in North Carolina?
Perhaps you’ve been a stay-at-home mother for the last 10 years, and your husband just told you he wants a divorce. Will you be able to get support from your soon-to-be ex?
Or maybe you just discovered that your wife of 20 years has been having an affair. Will you be stuck paying alimony after the divorce is final?
Alimony, also known as spousal support, refers to support for a dependent spouse after separation or divorce. In North Carolina, the court will consider awarding alimony to a spouse who substantially relies on the other spouse to meet living expenses or maintain a standard of living. There are two types of support the court can order: post-separation support, which lasts until the divorce is finalized; and alimony, which lasts as long as specified in the order. The articles in this section will outline who is eligible for spousal support and how factors like marital misconduct by either spouse can impact the outcome.
Can Alimony be Reduced Due to Financial Difficulty?
If you have been divorced and are obligated to pay alimony, can that payment amount be reduced due to financial difficulty? The short answer is yes – if an appropriate motion is made, and a substantial change in circumstances is shown. Let’s take a closer look...
Reducing Alimony Obligations Due to Business Downturn
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Can I Receive Financial Support from my Spouse During our Separate?
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Alimony in North Carolina
Who’s Entitled to It – and Why? Alimony. Also known as spousal support, many people who are contemplating divorce are familiar with the term – and many know that alimony is support paid from one spouse to the other in the event of a divorce. What fewer people...
What is post-separation support?
If you rely on your spouse’s income, you may qualify for post-separation support.
An Overview of Alimony Requirements
North Carolina General Statute 50-16.3 explains who is entitled to alimony and how the courts make decisions regarding alimony. This statute will help you understand your rights and what the court is looking for.
Is fault a factor in awarding alimony?
Alimony and post-separation support are available in North Carolina without any fault. However, it maybe considered when deciding if alimony is available.
What do entrepreneurs need to know about alimony?
Due to the unique nature of entrepreneurship, many face complex issues that most divorcing couples don’t face.
Can I get support from my ex during separation?
Most people typically think of alimony when considering monetary support and divorce. However, if you rely on your spouse’s income, you may qualify for post-separation support.
Health Insurance for Former Spouses
While there are several ramifications that can come from getting a divorce, losing your health insurance is a result that many people don’t consider.
If My Boyfriend Spends the Night, Will it hurt My Divorce?
Sex during the separation period can cause complications and potentially have a negative outcome on divorce proceedings.
What if I need more alimony?
Post-separation support orders or alimony can be modified even after a divorce has been ordered and finalized by the court.
Can I Get Attorney’s Fees from My Ex?
If you are a dependent spouse, you may not have to pay attorney’s fees for your claim for alimony.
Can Alimony be Reduced Due to Financial Difficulty?
Many people feel the need to modify their alimony obligations when their small business becomes financially strained.
Understanding Alimony in North Carolina
Today, most issues in divorce proceedings are resolved between the parties without court involvement. However, the need for alimony may not be readily apparent.
Sexless Marriages and Divorce
The absence of sex in a marriage can be important for establishing fault in other circumstances, such as awarding post-separation support, awarding alimony, and obtaining a divorce from bed and board.
How Can I Catch a Cheating Spouse in the Act?
For those who cannot afford Private Investigators, or who do not wish to make the financial commitment, here are some pointers to help you in your own investigation.
Should I Hire a Private Investigator?
Overall, Private Investigators can enhance your case by revealing some of the most intimate moments that are discreetly being hidden by the adversarial party.
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