Skyler,
You may be able to receive alimony from your husband if you qualify as a dependent spouse. Generally you need to earn less than your spouse to qualify. Otherwise, you are entitled to one-half of the assets that accumulated during the marriage.
Lisa M. Angel
Board Certified Family Law Specialist
The Rosen Law Firm
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 781-1741 direct voice
(919) 256-1660 direct fax
(919) 787-6668 main voice
(919) 787-6361 main fax
NCdivorce.com
email: angel@rosen.com
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