Category Archives: Alimony
How is Alimony Determined In Nevada?
Alimony has undergone significant evolution since its inception, though much remains the same. In Nevada, there are several different types of alimony, and it can be confusing determining which one may be the most appropriate for your situation, or even if alimony is appropriate at all. Understanding your options is important. Is Alimony Available?… Read More »
Alimony and Income
When you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are in the midst of a divorce, alimony is often a major concern for both parties. In some states, alimony is calculated using a very strict formula, with little to no deviation allowed. In Nevada, the calculation is much less regimented, meaning that it is important to show… Read More »
High Net Worth Divorces In Nevada
When people with extensive assets or high value assets divorce, there can be unique issues. Property Division Is More Complex One of the most important things to keep in mind when negotiating this type of divorce, is that many couples with high net worth have different types of holdings than others might possess –… Read More »
Alimony In Nevada: What Is Temporary Alimony?
Sometimes, during divorce proceedings, a court will order one spouse provide the other with temporary alimony. This concept can be confusing to many people, as most alimony orders are ultimately temporary in that the are only for a fixed period of time (generally not lifetime) and can be modified. However, there is a specific… Read More »
Is My Spouse Hiding Assets?
In many divorces, especially those involving people with high net worth, asset division can become complex, even within the framework of community property rules. On occasion, one spouse will attempt to hide assets from the other, or to somehow put those assets out of reach. There are ways to try and discover this misconduct,… Read More »
Alimony In Nevada: What Is Periodic Alimony?
There are different types of alimony commonly awarded in Nevada divorces, and by far the most common is what courts call periodic alimony. Generally, this is what one thinks of as “alimony” in most divorce proceedings, but even so, there are common misconceptions about such awards. It is important that you understand what an… Read More »
Alimony In High-End Divorces
In many Nevada divorces of sufficient duration, alimony may be awarded if there is enough of a gap in the parties’ income. However, in high-end divorces, there can be particular circumstances which may result in larger payments than one might expect. No Formulas Unlike child support, there is no hard and fast formula that… Read More »
Understanding Nevada Alimony
Alimony, also called spousal support, is part of many divorces, though it is not mandatory. Despite how common it is, alimony is an extremely misunderstood aspect, especially in divorces where children and child support are also involved. If you are obliged to pay alimony to your former spouse, it is a good idea to… Read More »