Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Divorce/spousal support

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Generally, Florida courts do not award alimony unless there has been a long term marriage and one party needs the support to help maintain a similar lifestyle while lacking the ability to earn the monies on his or her own. In a 2 year marriage, it is highly unlikely that a court would award any alimony.

Alternatively, a court will sometimes award temporary support in order to allow one of the parties to "rehabilitate" and learn a skill in order to be able to earn his or own living. Often, this is when one of the spouses has been out of the workforce in order to care for the home and/or family.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: Divorce/spousal support

Spousal support is base on his need and your ability to pay. The domestic violence would reduce the probability of his receiving spousal support. Retain an attorney to represent you.