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The person asking for alimony must show the court that he or she needs financial support, and that the other spouse has the ability to provide financial support.
Based on the incomes of the parties and their individual percentage of the total parental income, the obligations of each parent are calculated. For example, if the total gross income for both parents is $10,000 per month, the presumptive support amount is $1,259 per month for one child.
Alimony in Georgia is not a guaranteed part of the your divorce. Circumstances such as adultery or abandonment nullify the spouses rights to request spousal support. Typically spousal support is awarded for a spouse ending a long term marriage (10+ years) where one spouse has minimal income earning potential.
If one spouse can prove that marital misconduct, such as infidelity, led to the marriage's breakdown, the court may deny alimony. However, it's essential to understand that both spouses' conduct will be examined, and the court seeks to ensure a fair outcome for both parties.
In Georgia, there is no formula or calculation for determining alimony. The court will weigh out the parties' "needs" vs.
You are not legally obligated to support her. If a divorce is filed the court could make alimony retroactive.
What is a spouse entitled to in a divorce in Georgia? Under Georgia law, each spouse is entitled to an “equitable” share of the marital property. This does not equate to an equal division, but instead a “fair” split between the parties.