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Alimony is a deductible item off gross income for both taxes and in calculating the child support obligation. Child support is not a tax deductible item. However, there may be other consideration. See links below.

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Is alimony and spousal support the same?

Yes. Alimony is an order of a court for the support of one spouse by the other spouse.Maintenance in family law refers to alimony or spousal support. Maintenance is an order of a court for the support of one spouse by the other spouse.


Can an unemployed wife in Florida get alimony and spousal support if she has two small children and is pregnant with the third child?

Alimony and Spousal Support are the same thing. If you're awarded custody of the children, you'll receive child support. But alimony has nothing to do with whether or not you have children.


What is a spousal support lawyer?

"A spousal support lawyer is an attorney who mediates between the parties and makes sure that everything is done legally, professionally and amicably when spousal support (alimony) is part of a divorce settlement."


If you get child support from the father of your child can you get marital spousal child support?

There's no such thing as "marital spousal child support." You might be able to get spousal support ("alimony" or "maintenance") for a brief period to allow you to become self-sufficient.


Does the mother have a right to receive support after giving up her kids?

Spousal support or alimony, possibly. Child support, no.


Is there any spousal support provided before a divorce gets finalized?

Temporary Alimony is spousal support that is paid during a separation but before the divorce becomes final. This type of alimony may ultimately be continued after the divorce but not necessarily. In some cases, the alimony stops altogether when the divorce becomes final.


Is spousal support tax deductible?

Spousal support payments would not be deductible on your income tax return. Only Alimony payments would be deductible on your 1040 income tax return.


Examples of case involving family law?

Divorce - Child Support - Alimony and Spousal Support issues - Child Custody - etc)


Can you ask for alimony and child support and if granted alimony how long are you entitledto receive it?

Alimony, or spousal maintenance, is typically awarded for a fairly short time, while the spouse completes a plan for self-sufficiency.


What are Missouri alimony laws?

Is there a certain time frame that spouse have to be married to be entitled to for alimony/spousal support? Have only been married 5 years through Missouri.


Can I lose alimony if i moved my boyfriend to my house?

You can lose spousal support if your boyfriend moves in with you. It is up to the courts to determine this.


Can a non-custodial parent receive alimony?

If the parents are getting divorced, you might be able to get spousal support ("alimony" or "maintenance") for a brief period to allow you to become self-sufficient.

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