Can I make my spouse pay for divorce?

Can I make my spouse pay for divorce?

“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.

How long should you be single after a divorce?

Some people are ready to date after 2 months; others may need years. Don’t rush. It’s important to experience the emotions associated with divorce. Give yourself “a little time to think, a little time to grieve, a little opportunity to find someone else,” Sills says.

Is the first relationship after a divorce doomed?

Your first serious relationship after a divorce doesn’t have to last forever. If it ends, you’re going to be just fine. You may fear another rejection might be too much for your wounded heart to bear, but trust me, it’s not. You survived the breaking of a marriage, you can survive the breaking of a new relationship.