2007-05-18 07:48:30 · 16 answers · asked by iwannabethatsomeone 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Depends on how long you both have been married if it has been a short period of time like a year or so then not likely she will get alimony. But if you have been married for 5 or more years depending on both of your working status the judge will probably go by how much she makes to support herself and how much you can afford to give her until she gets back on her feet(usually 1-3 years). But why would she do this without a reason? It dosen't make sense!!!
2007-05-18 08:03:12 · answer #1 · answered by 24Special 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alimony is based on your state. In my state, Washington, there is no alimony. It is assumed that she can work like any other person out there. Having said that, the reason for filing is not a consideration in any state that I am aware of.
2007-05-18 07:57:53 · answer #2 · answered by Randy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Very few states grant alimony anymore, unless the wife is somehow incapbale of working. Being unwilling to work isn't a good enough reason, and having children at home is not a good enough reason.
The reason for the divorce is not important - in fact, it makes no difference at all in the granting of alimony.
2007-05-18 07:52:20 · answer #3 · answered by kelannde 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If your wife did not work, and stayed at home to support the children, or to support you while you worked on your education or advanced degree then she may get alimony.
Divorce is separate from any kind of financial settlement. Get a good attorney and learn about your rights and responsibilities.
Generally, if your wife is employed, or has skills that make her "employable" , she will not get alimony.
If you have kids, that is a whole different issue....
2007-05-18 07:54:41 · answer #4 · answered by flyfish_777 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Different states have different laws regarding alimony. So you would need to speak to a lawyer to fully know what your rights are in your state.
2007-05-18 08:01:12 · answer #5 · answered by Lizzie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have not been mutually for better than 6 years. Your mom had a clue the marriage had died. Your sister would not want some thing to do with her or for her to understand some thing about sis. there is better affliction than you're admitting to. it form of feels you're also in denial of the reality of the relationships you're speaking of. Your dad filed because he determined it became time he moved on from being tied to a woman he might want to now no longer relate to in a healthful way. Her breakdown is yet another massive clue that she has been dysfunctional for a lengthy time period. This being the case, and your glaring emotional dependance on your mom, it would want to do you alot of robust to seek out professional counseling for your self. probability is she will be in a position to no longer be round for ever and it truly is advisable to procedures to be on your own. it truly is better perfect to attain this with the right equipment on your emotional health toolbox.
2016-11-04 08:59:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All depends on the financial ratio between what you and she makes. If she has no income then expect to pay out big for spousal support. This is why many unhappy couples stay together
2007-05-18 08:03:04 · answer #7 · answered by Arthur W 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have supported her throughout your marriage there is a good chance that she could be awarded alimony.
2007-05-18 07:54:21 · answer #8 · answered by Truth Hurts 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no one files for divorce for no apparent reason. There is something she probably left you for another man
2007-05-18 08:08:40 · answer #9 · answered by Jasmynsky21 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assuming you live in the U.S....If she qualifies for it she will (it takes more than merely having been married in order to qualify). The reason for the divorce is irrelevant.
2007-05-18 09:13:34 · answer #10 · answered by kp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋