Are spousal support and alimony the same?

Are spousal support and alimony the same?

“Spousal support” is the money that one spouse may have to pay to the other spouse for their financial support following a separation or divorce. It is sometimes called “alimony” or “maintenance.” Spousal support is usually paid on a monthly basis, but it can be paid as a lump sum.

What is the difference between alimony and spousal support in NJ?

While there is no real difference between alimony and spousal support, there is a difference between alimony and child support. Child support is generally considered a fundamental right for children.

How can I reduce spousal support?

In order to convince a judge to reduce (or even terminate) alimony, the paying spouse must demonstrate a significant change in the financial circumstances of one or both spouses, such as: the involuntary loss of a job or wage reduction. an illness or disability that prevents the paying spouse from working.

Does spousal support end when you live with someone?

A Court may order that a spouse pay their former partner maintenance following the breakdown of their relationship (or even during their marriage, if the parties are married), “spousal maintenance”, where one party cannot provide for their own needs.

What happens if I don’t pay spousal support?

Unfortunately, until a spousal support order is modified in court, the payor, or paying spouse, will have to keep making payments. Not paying your spousal support may result in the court charging you with Contempt of Court, which is a serious charge that can result in jail time.

Do I pay alimony if I lose my job?

The answer is that it all depends on the circumstances of the unemployment. A court would look at the reasons for the employment change before making the decision of whether or not to vary the child or spousal support amounts. In some situations an applicant may be able to significantly reduce their payment amount.

Do I have to pay alimony if my spouse refuses to work?

A judge may order you to pay spousal support for a set period of time, to give your spouse time to get back to work. If your spouse is capable of work but refuses to get a job, that is no longer your problem once you have fulfilled your court obligations for paying support.

Can my husband’s ex wife go after my money?

If your ex-spouse remarries, the new spouse is not responsible for providing for your children financially, in most cases. In certain situations, however, the new spouse’s income may become part of community property shared with your ex-spouse and be considered in the child support calculation.