Will Alimony Be a Part of Your Divorce in Maryland?
Alimony or spousal support is one of the most contentious issues that can arise in a divorce. In reality, alimony is seldom awarded in Maryland.
At the Law Offices of Corrie A. Boulay, our lawyers represent clients who want to avoid alimony payments after divorce, as well as people who wish to receive alimony.
The Limited Application of Alimony
Income disparity alone is not usually enough for a judge to award alimony. You might earn $45,000 a year while your spouse earns $100,000, but that does not necessarily mean that you will receive alimony payments.
When alimony is awarded in Maryland, it is usually considered rehabilitative. This means that alimony payments continue long enough for the recipient spouse to obtain the training or education necessary to reenter the workforce. Alimony payments may also start out at a higher amount and grow smaller over time.
Unlike a division of marital property, alimony is taxable to the person receiving it and tax-deductible to the person paying it.
Free Attorney Consultation
We offer a free initial consultation to discuss alimony. To talk with a family lawyer at our firm by phone or at one of our offices in Columbia and Annapolis, Maryland, call 410-988-4380 or fill out our contact form.
