Types Of Alimony In Pennsylvania
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The determination of spousal support is made by taking the difference in the net incomes of the parties, and multiplying that figure by a certain percentage (40% in cases where there is no concurrent child support, and 30% where there is child support in place).
Alimony is ordered when one spouse cannot meet their own reasonable needs. Once a divorce decree is finalized and all property is equitably distributed, financial support is known as alimony in Pennsylvania. The amount and duration of alimony are based on consideration of a wide variety of factors, including income.
The primary types of alimony in PA are alimony pendente lite (pre-divorce) and post-divorce alimony. Additional support options for divorcing spouses include spousal support and reimbursement payments.
In Pennsylvania, it is possible to avoid alimony through negotiation of terms in the divorce settlement, proof of marital misconduct and establishing financial independence.
In Pennsylvania, it is possible to avoid alimony through negotiation of terms in the divorce settlement, proof of marital misconduct and establishing financial independence.
The 17 Alimony Factors in Pennsylvania Relative earning capacity of each spouse. Age, physical and mental health of each spouse. Sources of income of each spouse. Inheritances of each spouse. Marriage length. Contribution to spouse's education. Children: whether earning capacity of the custodial parent is affected.
§ 3701 (2022).) Usually, a judge will award alimony when one spouse isn't able to support themselves through employment and the paying spouse is able to make the payments.