How is MA spousal support or alimony calculated or determined ?
There currently is no set formula, calculator, or guideline enacted or endorsed by Massachusetts Legislature or the Courts that can be used to help determine your alimony obligation. Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 208 Section 34 lists factors the court shall consider in determining whether or not to award alimony. The Court considers these factors when determining how much, if any, alimony is to be awarded. Some of the factors the court considers include: the length of marriage, the conduct of the parties during the marriage,the age, health, station, occupation, amount and sources of income, vocation skills, employability, estate, liabilities, and needs of each of the parties and the opportunity for future acquisition of capital assets and income.
