What “change in circumstances” will support a petition for modification of alimony?
The possibilities are endless, but look for practical reasons. A material change in circumstances might include increased or decreased ability to pay or a substantial change in the needs of either party, such as a serious illness. 13. Who can tell me how much I have to pay or how much I should receive? In either a negotiation for a divorce settlement or at trial, the main disputes include the amount of alimony and length of time payments are to be made. Experienced attorneys have different opinions about alimony. In deciding how to advise a particular client, attorneys consider the factors listed above, prior experience with the judge and the other attorney, and case law. “Case law” is legal jargon used to describe the body of appellate opinions. Appellate opinions result from prior cases having gone to trial and one party, being dissatisfied with the result for any number of reasons, appealing the case. The Court of Appeals rules on the issues raised by the appealing party, sometimes
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