Spousal Support
Understanding spousal support (alimony) in Virginia—whether you're seeking support or may be required to pay.
Spousal support, also known as alimony, may be awarded to help a lower-earning spouse maintain financial stability during and after divorce. Virginia courts consider multiple factors when determining support.
Types of Spousal Support in Virginia
- **Pendente Lite**: Temporary support during the divorce process - **Rehabilitative**: Support while a spouse gains education or job skills - **Permanent**: Ongoing support, typically in long-term marriages - **Lump Sum**: One-time payment instead of periodic payments
Factors Courts Consider
- Length of the marriage - Age and health of each spouse - Income and earning capacity of each party - Standard of living during the marriage - Contributions to the marriage (including homemaking) - Property and assets of each spouse - Fault grounds, if any (adultery can bar support)
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