Divorce Alimony

Yes. Many spouses resolve alimony through negotiation or mediation. If an agreement is reached, it is generally incorporated into a separation agreement and submitted to the court for approval.

The tax treatment of alimony depends on several factors, including when the divorce was finalized and the applicable federal and state tax laws. Clients should consult with an attorney and, when appropriate, a tax professional regarding the potential tax consequences of any proposed settlement.

Yes. Retirement may affect an existing alimony order depending on the circumstances and the applicable law.

Yes. Remarriage may terminate an existing alimony obligation.

Yes. Significant changes in income, employment, health, retirement, or other material circumstances may justify an alimony modification.

The duration of alimony depends on the type of alimony awarded, the length of the marriage, and the applicable provisions of Massachusetts law.

Unlike child support, there is no single formula that applies in every case. The court considers numerous factors, including the length of the marriage, each spouse's income, earning capacity, financial resources, and other relevant circumstances.

No. The court evaluates each case individually. Whether alimony is awarded depends on the specific facts of the marriage and the factors established under Massachusetts law including a recipient spouses need for financial support and the payors ability to pay support.

Alimony is financial support that one spouse may be ordered to pay to the other following a divorce when appropriate under Massachusetts law.