Massachusetts Alimony Lawyer

What is rehabilitative alimony?

During a marriage, it sometimes occurs that one spouse interrupts their education or career in order to support the marriage. This may be in order to assist their spouse's career, to be the parent primarily involved in raising the children, or for other similar purposes. If the marriage then ends, this can leave the spouse who made these sacrifices without an income and without sufficient earning capacity. In these cases, this spouse may be awarded rehabilitative alimony. This allows them time to become economically self-sufficient by way of job training or employment. It may also be used to allow a stay at home mother to remain with her children until they start attending school. If you feel rehabilitative alimony may be the most appropriate form of spousal support for you, talk to a Massachusetts alimony attorney. An attorney can review your options to determine the best way to obtain the support you need.

Obtaining Rehabilitative Alimony Massachusetts

Rehabilitative alimony may be awarded if the court deems it just for both parties, based upon the need of the recipient and the ability of the other spouse to pay. Many factors are considered in this determination and Rauseo Law can present a convincing argument on your behalf. This kind of alimony is generally awarded for the time it would take for the necessary education or employment to take place. Proposed law would place certain set time limits on these payments. The court may, however, extend the term in light of compelling circumstances. Our firm is dedicated to fighting for the help you need and is honored to act as an advocate for your rights.

Contact a Massachusetts alimony lawyer if you need financial help while you work on becoming economically independent. We also provide dedicated legal assistance to clients throughout Wakefield, Saugus, Lowell, Winchester, Beverly, Cambridge, Lexington, Marblehead, Andover, Reading, North Reading, Middleton and Lynnfield.