When a couple gets divorced, one spouse could be left at a severe financial disadvantage unless the issue of alimony is properly addressed. Historically, it was the stay-at-home mom who was forced to deal with such challenges after divorce, but, in today\u2019s world, either spouse could be similarly affected by the rupture of marital income and assets. Alimony can work to mitigate the effects of divorce on each spouse, to the benefit of everyone. At the Arwani Law Firm we are experienced in alimony matters during the divorce process and thereafter. With our comprehensive representation and experienced Orlando alimony lawyers<\/strong>, you can be sure your financial needs and concerns will be properly addressed.<\/p>\n Florida law provides for four types of alimony\u2014bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, durational, and permanent\u2014which may be awarded to either party during divorce proceedings. The payments may be periodic, in lump sum, or both. Before awarding alimony, however, a court must first determine as a matter of fact whether either party has a need for alimony and whether either party is able to pay alimony. If the court finds one party has a need for alimony and the other party can pay, then in deciding the proper type and amount of alimony, the court must consider the following factors:<\/p>\n The last point means Florida courts have great discrepancy when awarding alimony. For example, in Florida (unlike many states), a court may consider adultery of either spouse and the circumstances of the betrayal in determining the amount of alimony, if any, to be awarded. For this reason, it\u2019s critical to have sound legal advice and guidance when addressing alimony-related issues from our Orlando alimony lawyers.<\/p>\n After a divorce or separation, can a Florida court order alimony payments?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\nHow Alimony is Determined in Florida<\/h2>\n
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