Legal Term Glossary: What is Alimony?

 

Alimony, also referred to as spousal maintenance, is a term to describe the legal obligation of a spouse to provide financial support to the other spouse after separation or divorce.

The alimony amount, how it should be paid, and for how long are up to the judge hearing your case.  One of the main reasons for alimony is to ensure the same standard of life can continue for both parties after a divorce or separation.

For more information please visit our Alimony page. We at Wolf, Rohr, Gemberling and Allen P.A. have successfully worked with clients during divorce and separation proceedings in Minnesota.  Contact us today for a consultation regarding your family law dispute.