Alimony

Jacksonville, Florida Alimony Lawyer

Alimony is designed to help the lower-earning spouse maintain the standard of living that was acquired during marriage. Alimony (also known as spousal support or spousal maintenance) can be awarded on a temporary or permanent basis. At the law firm of Carrington Madison Mead, P.A., we can provide you with supportive legal guidance as alimony determinations are made. We can advocate relentlessly for your rights and interests.

Do you have questions about alimony? Contact our firm to make an appointment with attorney Carrington Madison Mead.

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Various factors must be considered to determine the amount and type of alimony. Our firm provides thoughtful support as alimony determinations are reached. The amount and type of alimony that is decided upon will be based on your unique situation. Factors that will be considered include the following:

• Length of marriage
• Age of the parties
• Health of the parties
• Education of the dependent spouse
• Potential earning capacity of the dependent spouse

Our firm understands you may have many questions about your divorce, alimony and other decisions that will affect your life. Carrington Madison Mead is an attorney who truly cares about you. She can protect your rights and help you understand the type of alimony that applies to your situation. Types of alimony include the following:

• Permanent alimony - ongoing monthly payments until the recipient dies or remarries.
• Temporary alimony - payments that provide support during the divorce process.
• Rehabilitative alimony - payments that continue while the recipient obtains employment skills or education.