Calculating Alimony Payments

 

Alimony can vary significantly in terms of type, amount, duration and frequency. Massachusetts courts consider various factors when deciding an alimony award, including:

• The marriage length
• The ages of the spouses
• The health of the spouses
• The standard of living
• The financial needs of the recipient spouse
• Income, employment and earning capacity
• Contributions to the marriage, both financial and otherwise

Can Alimony Be Modified?

Massachusetts allows for the modification of alimony, under certain circumstances. However, whether a given judgment can be changed depends on the situation. Changes in financial circumstances, such as a job loss or major income shifts, may provide grounds for seeking modifications.

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