Legal Question in Family Law in Massachusetts

For a couple that has been married for forty years, there is a very strong probability that one spouse with pay alimony to the other. Alimony is not gender-dependent, and either spouse can be ordered to make payments to the other. If you are considering divorce, please feel free to contact my office to discuss your options.

Depending upon the income and assets available to the marriage, it is likely that a spouse married for 40 years will be entitled to alimony.

You should speak to an attorney as soon as possible to determine how best to preserve your interests.

Depends-there are several factors that play a role in alimony payments. Being married for 40 years is just one-it depends on who was the major breadwinner, education of the parties, children, assets etc. Contact the office for a free consult. 774-745-0562.

Retain an attorney to review all the factors that determine a right to alimony. Good Luck!