Alimony
Alimony, also called spousal support, is money one spouse may be ordered to pay the other after a Florida divorce to help with financial needs. Florida courts decide alimony based on one spouse's need and the other's ability to pay, considering factors like the length of the marriage, each person's income, and the standard of living during the marriage. For cases filed on or after July 1, 2023, Florida offers temporary, bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational alimony—but no longer permanent alimony.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Legal Definition
Court-ordered spousal support under F.S. §61.08, awarded based on demonstrated need and the other party's ability to pay; available forms are temporary, bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational, with permanent alimony eliminated for cases filed on or after July 1, 2023.
Example
After a long marriage, she requested durational alimony to cover expenses while she returned to work.
Related Statutes
- 61.08
Related Terms
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