In order to obtain an increase in the duration or amount of alimony a spouse is receiving, they must show that the change in their financial circumstances is sufficient in magnitude to warrant a modification of the alimony payments.

Can my alimony order be changed after the divorce? Alimony may be modified if there has been a change in circumstances. The party seeking the modification must return to the court that granted the order to file for the modification.

Can my ex-wife go after my new spouse’s income?

Also because California is a community property state, if your ex-spouse stops paying child support, the family law court can enforce the child support order against the ex-spouse and new spouse’s community property. However, this enforcement would exclude the new spouse’s current income.

Is there a way to extend the duration of alimony?

However, sometimes the recipient spouse may not reach financial independence in the time specified and may wish to extend the duration of alimony payments. Most alimony awards are provided through a court order, such as the divorce decree or marital settlement agreement.

How to get an ex spouse to stop paying alimony?

A new marriage will usually allow the payments to come to an end, so keep track of what your ex-spouse is up to when it comes to their relationships. Keep tabs on them via social media and through friends. Make sure you are aware of when these life changes occur so you can get those alimony payments to cease.

What kind of alimony can I get after a divorce?

Depending on the terms of the divorce and recent circumstances, changes to the alimony arrangements may be possible. There are several types of alimony, sometimes called spousal support or maintenance. Some are designed to be temporary, such as support payments that give the recipient spouse time to train or get educated for a new job.

Can a court refuse to extend an alimony award?

In some situations, the court may refuse to change the alimony award due to special circumstances. For example, the court may be hesitant to order an extension if the recipient spouse helped contribute to the dire financial circumstances, such as quitting a job.