One issue that couples often contend with during the divorce process centers on financial support. Both parties can work together to reach an agreement on alimony or spousal support or in cases of ...

The high court heard arguments in the case Friday, with counsel for Jennifer Adelakun arguing that the trial court’s order is immediately appealable, while Adeniyi Adelakun contended the court can ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about your wealth and wellbeing during and after divorce. Balancing family dynamics when going through a divorce is never ...

Before we dive into ways to prepare for your post-separation support and alimony case, it's important to understand what each of these terms mean and your general eligibility for spousal support.

Over the past few months, I have devoted several blog posts to discussions about alimony, alimony reform and Alimony and Maintenance Trusts. Now, it’s time to specifically address the tax implications ...

Editor’s Note: Steve Hitner is president and founder of Mass Alimony Reform and the president of Metrowest Printing Co. He is a divorce consultant and mediator. My marriage ended in 1995 after 23 ...

Long term marriages often result in spousal support awards that continue indefinitely. Long term marriages also mean that the spouses are closer to retirement age. Before retiring, the spouse paying ...

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted new tax rules regarding spousal support payments, also known as alimony. In divorces finalized after January 1, 2019, the person paying spousal support can no longer ...