Alimony

Alimony, also known as spousal support, refers to the financial obligations one spouse may need to fulfill for the other during or after a divorce in Nevada. This obligation is not automatic; if you believe you are entitled to spousal support or alimony, you must formally request it during the divorce proceedings. The court will evaluate each case individually to determine whether alimony will be granted, as well as the amount and duration of the payments.

Spousal support is the financial assistance one spouse provides to the other while litigation is ongoing, whereas alimony refers to payments made post-divorce to compensate for lost income. The specific amount of alimony you may be required to pay or receive will depend on various factors unique to your situation, including your employment, income, age, education, and the duration of your marriage.

While spouses can negotiate and agree on the amount of alimony during discussions, if an agreement cannot be reached, the judge will make a final decision. 

In either scenario, having a qualified divorce attorney to navigate the complexities of your case can be essential. At Landin Law Firm, we provide legal support for individuals addressing spousal maintenance or alimony in their divorce. Our attorneys are here to assist you in contesting alimony payments based on your current financial circumstances or in pursuing alimony based on your income.

1. Temporary: the support received while a divorce case is pending and it is based on the parties’ current financial condition, among other relevant factors. 
2. Permanent: support received after the divorce is finalized. There is no formula or specific calculation to determine an amount, but the court relies on various statutory factors. The duration may be short-term to assist transitioning into a new job or career, or long-term. In some cases, a party to a divorce may be awarded lifetime alimony. 
3. Rehabilitative: this is the support to contribute to education or job training so a former spouse may learn to support themselves (i.e. money that goes towards college courses.) 

Unless specified, alimony is modifiable based on a change in circumstances. If the payor is not paying as ordered, we can assist in seeking an order enforcing the Divorce Decree. There are legal mechanisms to garnish wages, seize property or hold the payor in contempt of court, which can also lead to sanctions and imprisonment. The district attorney’s office family division does not collect alimony arrearages, unless you are also seeking child support arrearage payments related to the same court order.