Tampa Alimony Attorney

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When the circumstances are appropriate, Florida law allows for one spouse to be supported by another.  This is referred to as alimony, spousal support or maintenance.  There are several different types of alimony that are awarded according to different situations.  Spousal support is designed for the benefit of the lower-income spouse.  Sometimes the standard of living set forth in the marriage will be much, much less after the marriage has been dissolved.  Alimony provides for the disadvantaged spouse – he or she can receive financial assistance for either a specified length of time or for an undetermined length. 

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The different types of alimony that can be awarded are dependent upon the varying circumstances of the divorce.  If you and your spouse have been married for a long time and there is a significant gap in the level of income between each of you, you might expect to see permanent alimony awarded in your case.  Rehabilitative alimony might be awarded if one spouse has let his or her professional or educational status lapse due to marital or familiar duties – in this case, alimony would be paid until that spouse is back to his or her original earning potential or equivalent circumstances.  Transitional alimony would be a one-time payment that is geared to help the disadvantaged spouse “transition” from married life to single life. 

Of course in order to give an accurate prediction of what you might expect to see in your divorce you would want to meet with a Tampa alimony lawyer at Givens Divorce Law Group.  We are experienced in alimony and family law and we will work with you to achieve the best possible outcome in your divorce. 

We have worked with countless divorce cases involving alimony, and we have the experience and practical knowledge that you deserve.  We understand that a divorce can be an emotional and difficult time for everyone involved, and that is why we will always strive to work with the other side in order to come to an agreement in a smooth and timely manner.  If cooperation becomes impossible, we will stand by you and aggressively defend your rights if your case goes to trial.  Every lawyer on our team is an excellent litigator, and we have all devoted our careers to helping families through every aspect of a divorce.

Contact a Tampa Alimony Attorney at Givens Divorce Law Group to discuss your alimony issues.