Alimony in Initial Divorce Proceedings
In a proceeding for a divorce, the court may grant alimony to either party, which may be rehabilitative or permanent in nature. In an award of alimony, the court may order periodic payments or payments in lump sum or both. The court may consider the adultery of either spouse and the circumstances thereof in determining the amount of alimony, if any, to be awarded. In all dissolution of marriage actions, the court shall include findings of fact relative to the factors enumerated below in determining an award or denial of alimony.There are five main types of alimony in divorce cases: permanent, rehabilitative, bridge-the-gap, temporary and lump sum alimony. Contact the Law Office of Rebekah Brown-Wiseman, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to determine which type of alimony, if any, is appropriate for your particular case.
In determining a proper award of alimony in your divorce, the Florida court shall consider all relevant economic factors, including but not limited to:
(a) The standard of living established during the marriage.
(b) The duration of the marriage.
(c) The age and the physical and emotional condition of each party.
(d) The financial resources of each party, the nonmarital and the marital assets and liabilities distributed to each.
(e) When applicable, the time necessary for either party to acquire sufficient education or training to enable such party to find appropriate employment.
(f) The contribution of each party to the marriage, including, but not limited to, services rendered in homemaking, child care, education, and career building of the other party.
(g) All sources of income available to either party.
(h) The court may also consider any other factor necessary to do equity and justice between the parties. Florida Statute §61.08.
Requesting or defending a claim of alimony in a divorce proceeding can be a detailed process and specific steps are required in Florida for requesting different types of alimony. If specific procedures are not followed, a request for alimony in Florida may be denied. The Law Office of Rebekah Brown-Wiseman, P.A. located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida handles cases in both Palm Beach County and Broward County, Florida. The firm is familiar with the requirements for alimony in divorce matters and will protect your interests in mediation and if necessary in trial.
