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One of the most important elements of any divorce case is how finances will be divided. If you are dealing with an alimony issue with your current spouse and need the assistance of a strong legal advocate, we encourage you to schedule a case evaluation with our Jacksonville divorce lawyer at once.

As you navigate your divorce, you want to ensure that your rights are protected and that the attorney representing you has your best interests in mind. Our firm is dedicated to pursuing the best possible outcome on our clients' behalf.

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Contact us at (904) 638-3134.

When is alimony awarded?

There are various forms of alimony and ways that it can be handled by the court. The court will want to look at both sides of the story; the spouse requesting alimony as well as the payer. The alimony award could be in the form of temporary spousal support (rehabilitative), durational alimony, or it could be deemed as permanent alimony.

It can also apply to either husband or wife; it is not gender-specific. Temporary support could later be determined to be the amount of the permanent alimony award, so it is vital to have an experienced and savvy Jacksonville divorce lawyer work with you to help ensure the payments are fair and equitable.

Determining Factors for Spousal Support

There are many factors established under Florida law and considered by the court when awarding spousal support. Some of those are:

• The standard of living created during the marriage.
• How long the spouses have been married.
• The financial resources and income sources of each party. The distribution of assets and liabilities (both marital and non-marital) will be considered here as well.
• The age of each spouse, as well as the physical and emotional condition.
• In some cases the educational level of the spouses is also considered, as well as the time required for either spouse to attain an educational or training level sufficient to find gainful employment.

Depending on the circumstances, the court may require the payments to be made all in a lump sum, periodically, or both. The court may also take into consideration any instances of adultery, spousal abuse, or situations related to this when deciding for or against an alimony settlement.

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At Hutchinson Law, we can use our vast experience to help you resolve your alimony case and protect your rights. With decades of experience in the field of family law, we are committed to thoroughly handling every aspect of our clients' divorce cases.

If you are looking for a divorce lawyer in Jacksonville, contact Hutchinson Law today!