Fort Bragg Area Alimony Payments Attorneys
In North Carolina, fault issues can affect alimony. It is not essential that a spouse prove the other spouse guilty of misconduct, but if the primary wage-earner or supporting spouse committed adultery and the dependant spouse did not, the supporting spouse will likely be ordered to pay alimony. Conversely, if the dependent spouse committed adultery and the supporting spouse did not, the dependent spouse will be barred from receiving alimony. It is important that you consult a qualified lawyer who understands the complex alimony considerations.
In North Carolina, if you do not file a claim for alimony or property division, including military retirement benefits, before your divorce is finalized, you lose all rights to those claims. At Hedahl & Radtke Family Law Center, our Fayetteville alimony attorneys have more than 30 years of experience dedicated to family law matters. We can evaluate your situation thoroughly and tailor our representation to your goals.
Alimony Basics
There are two basic types of alimony: temporary, which is called post-separation support, and permanent alimony. Temporary alimony provides support from the date of filing for separation until the final alimony hearing — or the judge can set the post-separation support end date before the alimony claim is resolved. Permanent alimony does not always last forever. The judge has discretion of the length of time permanent alimony lasts.
For both types, the amount and duration of support are based on the financial relationship between both parties before the separation. Moving in with another person after receiving alimony can cause the support to be terminated. Other factors for considering the amount and duration of support include:
- The length of the marriage
- The age of each spouse
- The health of each spouse
- Each spouse's employability
- Whether one spouse sacrificed his or her career to help the other
- Mental/medical conditions of both spouses
- The ability of the independent spouse to pay support
It is important to understand that if you fail to comply with your alimony obligations, your spouse can file a petition to have your wages garnished until your obligations are met. We provide comprehensive representation at every stage of alimony — from determining appropriate support to helping clients prevent garnishments.
Contact Us Today
From our office in Fayetteville, North Carolina, we provide diligent family law representation for individuals throughout Cumberland County, including military personnel or their spouses stationed here, overseas, or at another post with cases in Cumberland County. To talk to an attorney about your situation, call us today at 910-401-2148. For our clients' convenience, we also accept e-mails.
