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When is it too late to file for alimony? Can she go back and ask for alimony support?
Asked on Oct 02nd, 2014 on Divorce - California
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My wife and I divorced 17 years ago. I have voluntary agreed by me to pay her some living expenses.
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If the Court has retained jurisdiction over the issue of spousal support because it was a long term marriage, then either spouse can request spousal support. The issues are generally the need for support to maintain the marital standard of living and the ability of the other spouse to pay support.
Answered on Oct 03rd, 2014 at 2:47 PM
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I would say that it is too late after 17 years, but you should have an attorney review the Judgment before making a final decision.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2014 at 7:43 PM
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If the Court Judgment made a reservation of jurisdiction over spousal support, then your former spouse could file a motion to request spousal support to be awarded. If no order for spousal support was made in the Judgment or no reservation of jurisdiction made, then former spouse would not be able to seek a support award.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2014 at 7:42 PM
It depends upon what your Judgment says. If the court retained jurisdiction then the issue can be reopened. If it did not, then the issue of support is closed.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2014 at 7:42 PM
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If there was no spousal support ordered 17 years ago, it's unlikely the court would suddenly order you to pay her spousal support. Let her file her motion and take your chances.
Answered on Oct 02nd, 2014 at 7:42 PM