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Apr 2019

Types of Alimony in New York

All spouses are obligated to take care of one another—even after the marriage ends. Alimony —also known as spousal support and maintenance—is designed to allow the lower-earning spouse to continue living the way he/she did before the divorce, as well as provide financial means to obtain a degree or go through vocational training and eventually become self-sufficient. There are two types of alimony ...

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30

Oct 2018

How Remarriage in New York Affects Alimony & Child Support

After the divorce has been finalized in New York, it is quite common for one or both spouses to remarry later—or sooner—down the road. It is important to understand that remarriage can have an impact on alimony and child support orders in New York. Remarriage & Alimony in New York According to state law, alimony automatically ends when a supported spouse remarries. However, it is possible that the ...

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26

Jul 2018

How Is Spousal Maintenance Determined in New York?

Spousal maintenance is designed to provide financial support to one party after the divorce, and can be awarded to both men and women. In the state of New York, spousal maintenance is typically granted for a set time period. In the majority of cases, spousal maintenance is provided for a limited number of years. Our firm will analyze your situation and help determine how much spousal maintenance ...

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