Our firm can help you with alimony.
Alimony, a payment made by one spouse to the other during or after a divorce, can be one of the most contentious aspects of divorce proceedings, especially if the divorce is far from amicable. Many people may reach an agreement about alimony through negotiations or mediation, while some others may not be able to agree and must leave it to the courts to decide.
Alimony is intended to offer financial support for a spouse who cannot support themselves without the income of their spouse. For example, if one spouse stayed home to raise children and did not have a job, or if their income alone is not sufficient for their needs, they may be qualified to receive spousal support.
For you to qualify for alimony, you must need the support and your spouse must be able to pay it without hardship. Other factors are involved in determining whether a party receives alimony, how long they receive it, and how much they receive.
There are different types of alimony in Alabama. Temporary alimony is meant to offer support to one spouse during divorce proceedings, while periodic alimony is paid after the divorce at regular intervals. Typically, these payments stop after a specified period or if the person receiving the payments remarries.
At Yara Garcia & Abogadas, our firm serves Birmingham, Alabama, and we can help you with alimony. As experienced legal professionals who can offer our services in both English and Spanish, we are prepared to address your needs, offer clarification, and facilitate your divorce with skill and compassion.