Protecting The Income And Futures Of Florida Men
No one wants to pay their ex-spouse money. After you have ended your marriage and gone through divorce proceedings, you want to shut the door on that part of your life. Unfortunately, many men must pay their ex-spouse a portion of their income after their divorce.
Florida courts often favor women in alimony cases. Our experienced alimony attorneys at Divorce For Men have years of experience fighting for men’s rights to protect their assets and prevent them from being taken advantage of.
How Does Florida Determine Alimony?
In Florida, alimony, or spousal support, is not mandatory or automatic upon a couple’s divorce. Every situation is different, and not every marriage requires spousal support. However, when support is requested, it must be considered.
When determining if alimony is justified, the court finds the requesting party’s need and the other party’s ability to pay. Besides need and ability to pay, Florida Statute has eliminated permanent alimony and codifies maximum amount of alimony and length of time.
The courts consider several factors when determining whether to award alimony, including:
- The income of both parties
- Marital assets and nonmarital assets
- Educational history and earning capability
- The standard of living during the marriage
- The length of the marriage
- Age and physical condition
- The contributions of each party to the marriage
- The amount parties are paying/receiving in child support
- The tax repercussions
Generally, the courts have a lot of freedom when determining alimony awards. If granted, it can be on a permanent or short-term basis. Having an experienced alimony lawyer by your side can significantly affect the outcome of the alimony considerations. We will help explain your rights and protect you from being exploited.
Sometimes, men are awarded spousal support instead of the wife. This can happen with stay-at-home fathers who have put their careers and lives on hold to care for the family. At Divorce For Men, we represent men who are opposing alimony or seeking support.
How Long Do You Have To Pay Alimony In Florida?
The time you have to make alimony payments can depend on your circumstances. It can last between 50% and 75% of the duration of the marriage. The length of someone’s alimony payment may also depend on the type of alimony they agree to in their divorce proceedings, as the timelines for bridging the gap between alimony and rehabilitative alimony can differ.
Learn More About How We Can Support You
If your ex-spouse requests alimony, don’t wait to contact an experienced alimony attorney. You don’t want much of your monthly income unnecessarily toward spousal support. We can help you protect yourself. Contact us at 727-416-7145 or online.