Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Spousal support from state to state

My ex and I divorced in NJ about 30 years ago. I now live in SC. I was ordered to pay child and spousal support to her. I paid child support until one of my kids was 28. I thought when I quit paying child support, I quit paying alimony. Now I received papers from DSS in NJ on my ex's behalf for being $10,000 behind in alimony. The papers were very unclear and even said child support, but come to find out it was for the alimony. I have talked to people in NJ and SC who say you can't just send papers from state to state. Is this true? My ex is as financially well off as I am, if not better. Do I have any options?


Asked on 2/01/05, 1:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Re: alimony cut-off

Alimony is not necessarily automatically cut off. It depends, among other factors, on the terms of the Judgment of Divorce and Property Settlement Agreement or, if not specifically addressed, a substantial change of circumstance. You would be able to file a motion to discontinue your obligation; however, your success in that Motion would depend on the particular facts in your case. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There certainly may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an attorney, you may want to contact an attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. If you call me, [856-546-8010] mention Law Guru and your first one hour consultation will be free. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 2/01/05, 2:18 pm


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