QUESTION
Can a wife request alimony when her husband leaves, initiates divorce proceedings and she has little or no means of support?
Asked on Jul 02nd, 2013 on Divorce - Oklahoma
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Of course. That's what alimony is for.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 11:53 AM
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Absolutely, as well as stating a claim to half of the assets and requesting attorney's fees.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 4:16 AM
Yes. Even if she files instead of her spouse filing. Support alimony is need based, not fault based.
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2013 at 7:27 PM