If you are going through a divorce and you earn significantly more than your spouse, it is very likely that you will be ordered to pay alimony. This may feel frustrating and unfair, especially if you believe that you'll have to suffer financially as a result.While...

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Can I avoid paying alimony in Tennessee?
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Oct 20, 2020 | Alimony
If you are going through a divorce and you earn a higher income than your divorcing spouse, you may be concerned that forced alimony or spousal support payments will financially cripple you for years to come.The fact is that alimony is very common at the end of a...
What are the types of alimony available in Tennessee?
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Oct 2, 2020 | Alimony
If you're going through a divorce in Tennessee, you may eventually have to address the issue of alimony, otherwise known as spousal support. The question of whether you will be ordered to pay alimony to your divorcing spouse will largely depend on your relative...
What happens if I don’t pay alimony?
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Aug 27, 2020 | Alimony
Alimony is a type of court-ordered support payment that is awarded to one spouse at the finalization of a divorce. Otherwise known as spousal support, it has similarities with child support but tends to be less strongly enforced.However, those who have been ordered to...
An overview of alimony in Tennessee
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Jul 24, 2020 | Alimony
The laws in place that govern different aspects of divorce vary between states. This is why it is important that you first decide which state you will be divorcing in (which will usually be the state in which you currently reside) before taking the time to learn more...
Rehabilitative spousal support payment considerations
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Jul 12, 2019 | Alimony
You might think that you will automatically receive alimony when you divorce, especially if you were a stay-at-home parent. This isn't necessarily the case. There are several factors that come into the picture to determine what type of spousal support you might be...
Stay-at-home parents might need alimony after divorce
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | May 24, 2019 | Alimony
Stay-at-home parents have a lot of duties to handle around the house. Not only are they usually the ones who cook and clean, but they also have to try to raise well-adjusted children. This puts a lot of pressure on them. While their marriage is going well, this can be...
Spousal support payments have special consideration
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Apr 12, 2019 | Alimony
Divorces that will include alimony are often complex, but knowing a few points about these spousal support payments might help individuals who are considering asking for them make a decision about what to do. Because the tax laws related to alimony changed at the...
Alimony payments can be lump-sum or recurring
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Jan 11, 2019 | Alimony
When you are going through a divorce, the subject of alimony might come up. Normally, this is reserved for long-term marriages and those with some specific circumstances. The goal of alimony is usually to help support a spouse until they are able to get on their feet....
Consider these factors about spousal support as you plan
On behalf of The Law Office of Jeffrey Jones | Nov 22, 2018 | Alimony
Some divorces include spousal support (alimony) as part of the final agreement. If you are seeking spousal support from your ex -- or think that you might -- there are a number of specifics that you need to consider in order to plan your future. Our attorneys know...
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