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Im disabled, severely and have been married only 1 year, is alimony an option? My disability prevents working outside of the home.
I received alimony from my ex, that marriage lasted 30 yrs. BUT I REMARRIED so that alimony stopped
An alimony award is based on 16 factors. it’s possible that you could receive short-term postseparation support, but an extended alimony award is not likely based on a one-year marriage.
For more detailed information on alimony, including a list of the 16 factors, check out our article,
Will You Owe Your Spouse Alimony After a Divorce?
Anna Ayscue
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