I have been a house wife for the 13 years my husband and I were married. I recently found him cheating with a coworker of his. They continued to be together after I found out and him and I are agreeing to separate. But that leaves me financially reliant on him. Can I get spousal support in our separation agreement?
Based on the information provided, then yes, you would qualify for alimony from your husband unless you, as the dependent spouse, have committed an act of illicit sexual behavior during the marriage.
For there to be an award of alimony, there must be a dependent spouse, who is actually and substantially dependent on the other spouse for his/her maintenance and support, and a supporting spouse, who is the one in which the dependent spouse relies and has the ability to pay alimony.
Check out our detailed article about alimony: Will You Owe Your Spouse Alimony After a Divorce? Despite you being the spouse to likely receive alimony, you will find this article to be informative regarding your situation.
Alimony is based on 16 Factors. There is no worksheet or formula for alimony.
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