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7. Alimony Flashcards

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What is alimony?

A

Spousal support paid to requesting spouse

During marriage/divorce proceedings/divorce decree

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What factors are considered in determining alimony amount?

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Standard of living
Contributions
Duration of marriage
Age
Physical conditions
Financial resources
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What types of alimony are there?

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Periodic

  • Permanent
  • Periodic

Rehabilitative

  • NOT permanent
  • Periodic

Lump sum
- Lump sum/Instalments

Reimbursement spousal support
- Reimburse licence/degree

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Which alimony can be modified? How?

A

Periodic
Rehabilitative

Substantial change of circumstances

  • Recipient spouse’s needs
  • Payor spouse’s ability to pay
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Which alimony can be terminated? How?

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Periodic
Rehabilitative

Death of spouse
Remarriage of recipient spouse

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