Alimony (spousal maintenance) can be one of the most contentious issues in divorce. Our experienced attorneys fight to ensure fair support arrangements that reflect your contributions to the marriage and your future financial needs.
Calculate both parties' gross income
Apply statutory formula up to $203,000 cap
Determine length based on marriage duration
Consider special circumstances
Court approves maintenance amount and duration
Detecting hidden or reduced income
Establishing true standard of living
When spouse is voluntarily underemployed
Changing support due to circumstances
Whether you're seeking alimony or defending against excessive demands, our attorneys provide strategic representation based on deep knowledge of New York maintenance law. We work to achieve arrangements that are fair, reasonable, and sustainable for both parties.
New York uses a formula based on income differential: For the payor with higher income, it's the lesser of 30% of payor's income minus 20% of payee's income, or 40% of combined income minus payee's income.
Yes, alimony can be modified or terminated due to substantial changes like job loss, retirement, remarriage of the recipient, or cohabitation with a new partner.
For divorces finalized after 2018, alimony is not tax-deductible for the payer nor taxable income for the recipient under federal law.
Temporary maintenance is paid during divorce proceedings, while post-divorce maintenance continues after the divorce is final. "Permanent" typically means long-term, not necessarily lifetime.
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