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Will You Pay Or Receive Alimony?
After a divorce, one party may be required to pay alimony on a temporary, interim or indefinite basis, based on the length of the marriage. Because the court has broad discretion regarding the payment of alimony, and because the alimony laws in Massachusetts have recently and drastically changed, one thing is certain: You need strong legal representation and counsel from the earliest stages of your case. Additionally, at the outset of a divorce case, the judge may issue temporary orders, which could require the payment of alimony. These orders typically become the basis for long-term orders that are part of your final divorce decree and settlement. This means that you should obtain representation by an experienced and aggressive attorney as soon as possible.
At the Salem law office of , we will immediately begin protecting your interests. We represent clients from the beginning of a divorce action until a final settlement or judgment is reached, as well as modifying an order post-divorce.
Contact us online today for a case assessment. We can also be reached by calling at 978-744-7774.
Alimony — One Option Among Several
You need to make important tax considerations when determining your best interests in an alimony case. For some, it may make more sense for both parties to agree to a property settlement in lieu of alimony payment. In other situations, the parties may agree to alimony for reasons of predictability and security.
Get The Advice Of An Experienced Spousal Support Attorney
At , our lawyers have extensive experience representing clients’ interests in alimony cases. Our attorneys understand the many tax, financial and personal issues that alimony presents, and our firm will work diligently to obtain a favorable result for you.
We also advise clients about how to calculate alimony based on the law passed by the Massachusetts Legislature in 2011. We will make sure these calculations are done properly, and firmly negotiate an alimony agreement that both the parties and the court will approve. We can also help those who are seeking a modification to alimony payments that were established prior to the passage of the 2011 Alimony Reform Act.
Contact Our Firm
To learn more about alimony, how the recent legislative changes may affect your case and how we can help you make the right decisions about your future, contact online today or by calling 978-744-7774.