Understanding Post-Divorce Alimony in New York Alimony, also known as spousal maintenance, is a payment from one spouse to another after a divorce. In New York, alimony is not automatically granted. Courts consider several factors when determining whether alimony is appropriate, its amount, and its duration. These factors are outlined in Domestic Relations Law § 236B(6). Understanding these factors is crucial when considering terminating alimony payments. Key Factors Influencing Alimony Decisions: ⚖️ The income and property of each party at the time of the divorce. ❤️🩹 The length of the marriage. Generally, longer marriages are more likely to result in alimony awards. đź§‘đź’Ľ The earning capacity of each party, both present and future. 🩺 The health and age of each party. 👪 The need for one party to incur education or training expenses to become self-supporting. 🏠The existence and duration of a pre-marital joint household or a pre-divorce separate h...
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