Alimony / Spousal Support

Helping you Understand New Jersey Alimony

When considering alimony a court will analyze many different factors to determine what is fair. Unlike child support, New Jersey alimony is not determined by a complex set of formulas. The court examines a variety of factors to determine what amount, if any is appropriate.

At Goldstein & Bachman, P.A., we have been practicing in this area for over 20 years. We can sit down and handle complex divorces for our high-income clients, as well as clients with any level of income. Each client’s situation is unique.

Our lawyers will first sit down with you and assess your needs. Then we will determine what course is best for you. New Jersey courts can provide a variety of alimony awards. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 sets forth multiple factors that a court is required to consider in making an alimony award. The attorneys at Goldstein & Bachman are intimately familiar with these criteria and can guide you appropriately.

• Rehabilitative alimony: This is support given to an ex-spouse to become self-supportive through education and job training. This support is of limited duration agreed upon by the parties based upon the rehabilitative event being achieved. It is helpful to have an experienced lawyer to determine an appropriate award.
• Permanent alimony: This is support determined by the courts that lasts an indefinite period. This determination is based on multiple factors. You need an experienced attorney to aggressively pursue what is fair and appropriate for you.
• Limited duration (term) alimony: This is an alimony award that is for a fixed period of time, though typically until either the payor or the payee dies. Under certain circumstances, the alimony may be modified or terminated based upon a cohabitation by the obligee. Usually it is an amount to supplement income during the divorce. The statute that needs to be consulted is

There are many factors that can affect spousal support

With so many factors to consider when dealing with support, you need lawyers who are familiar with the process. Factors such as lifestyle, contributions to the marriage, and the duration of the marriage can affect an alimony award.

After the divorce you may still face alimony issues. We provide ongoing representation concerning alimony awards. If there has been a substantial change in circumstances alimony awards may be modified or terminated. Factors such as remarriage, variation in income, change in health, job status, and location all can affect spousal support.

Contact us now to set up a free initial consultation to determine what is best for you.

Goldstein & Bachman, P.A.
14 Woodward Drive
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Phone (732) 360-9300 ▪ Fax (732) 360-9347

Goldstein and Bachman, P.A., deals with alimony in New Jersey and serves, the counties of Middlesex and Monmouth, and cities such as East Brunswick, New Brunswick, Freehold, Manalapan, Marlboro, Howell, Colts Neck, Rumson, Red Bank, Millstone.