When awarding alimony, a judge will consider all evidence submitted by the parties to determine whether there is an actual need for alimony. There are three things you can do to help you get alimony in your Florida divorce case.<\/p>\n
Develop an expected household budget<\/strong><\/p>\n Under Section 61.08, Florida Statutes, there are at least ten factors that must be considered by judges when deciding whether to award alimony and calculating the appropriate amount of spousal support. Here a few of them:<\/p>\n To prove your actual need for alimony, you should estimate the household budget based on the spouses\u2019 earnings, expenses, bills, and bank statements and compare it to your expected household budget following the divorce. If you can show proof that you will need to rely on your ex-spouse\u2019s alimony payments to afford basic living expenses, including rent, household expenses, food, and clothing, you can establish the need for alimony.<\/p>\n Show evidence of marital misconduct<\/strong><\/p>\n The Florida statute explicitly states that courts \u201cmay consider the adultery of either spouse\u201d when determining whether or not to award alimony. Thus, even if you are seeking a no-fault divorce in Florida, you could show an actual need for alimony if you can prove that your ex-spouse had an extramarital affair during the marriage.<\/p>\n You can increase your chances of getting awarded alimony in Florida if you can prove that your spouse (a) committed adultery and (b) spent a considerable amount of money on their lover or to maintain the extramarital affair.<\/p>\n Contact an attorney to establish an actual need for alimony<\/strong><\/p>\n Given that Florida courts consider all relevant factors affecting spousal support, it\u2019s vital to seek legal counsel from a knowledgeable attorney to help you get alimony.<\/p>\n\n
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