If we end a 22year marriage with no minor children left, will I have to pay alimony if she only works part-time but is fully capable of working full-time?

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If we end a 22year marriage with no minor children left, will I have to pay alimony if she only works part-time but is fully capable of working full-time?

We don’t pay rent or mortgage, both kids are adults.

Asked on July 10, 2016 under Family Law, Nevada

Answers:

B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

If she is capable of working full-time and does not have a disability which impairs her, then the court may award her a short amount of marital support needed to transition and get back on her feet... but she would not be entitled to long term support as she does have the capacity to support herself.  To get a better pulse of just how long a judge in your jurisdiction would require the payment of child support, you need to arrange a consultation with a local attorney.  If they practice in that court regularly, then they can tell you that judge's usual practice.


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