By David R. Dawson | Published October 30, 2022 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: modification order, spousal support |
Can Alimony Be Modified After a Divorce?
For individuals considering the possibility of divorce and the likelihood of either paying or receiving alimony payments, one of the most common questions is whether such payments can ever change. Alimony is awarded in a divorce proceeding based on the financial circumstances of the spouses at the time. However, one or both ex-spouses may experience Read More
Read MoreMeeting the Challenges of a High-Net-Worth Divorce
Divorce can be difficult in any circumstances and even more so where a couple has considerable wealth. A high-net-worth divorce — one in which assets of more than $1 million are at stake — presents complex issues relating to property division and spousal support. If you are in this situation, an attorney who is experienced Read More
Read MoreFactors to Be Considered in Awarding Spousal Support in Michigan
Under Michigan law, courts decide whether to award spousal support and how much to award based on a number of factors. The primary goal behind spousal support — also known as alimony — is to equalize the lifestyles of the parties, making sure that one spouse doesn’t experience a significant diminishment in their quality of Read More
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