Spousal support is born out of the contract of marriage. Married persons have an obligation to support themselves and their spouse out of property and labor.Learn how Ohio judges decide whether to award spousal support, how much payments will be, how long they'll last, and when alimony can change or end. Alimony, known as spousal support in Ohio, is a payment one spouse makes to another to provide financial support during and after a divorce. The provision that was once called "alimony" is now referred to as "spousal support" in Ohio. A Columbus spousal support attorney from Grossman Law Offices can help you establish a fair alimony agreement. Board Certified Family Law Specialists! Spousal support is money that one spouse pays to the other after they have decided to end their marriage. Trolinger Law Offices helps with understanding spousal support in Ohio and what factors impact the circumstances, amount and duration. In Ohio, both parents are required to support their child, including the parent with whom the child primarily resides.