My ex and I have a separation agreement which defines exactly how much alimony she receives, for how long, and what circumstances modify or end the payments. She has recently moved to a new state, and is claiming that I need to provide her with an alimony verification letter to enable her to get insurance in the new state. I initially refused, because (1) I do not want to produce a document that will exist separate from the current agreement for which I have made some official or legal statement, and (2) I wish to end this era where she continually makes further demands on me for this or that. The two years since our separation have been full of ridiculous requests for us to meet and resolve some random issue.
Do I have any legal responsibility to provide this letter?
You would not have an obligation to sign such a letter if the terms of your separation agreement do not require it. The separation agreement and/or her bank statements and tax returns showing a steady income from you is typically sufficient.
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