Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

I have been paying alimony to the tune of $625 a month since 1989 ($195,000) as well as my x receives 1/3 of my military pension. I'm aware I can't do anything about the pension. However, my current financial situation is going to necessitate my to stop paying said alimony. I live in Louisiana and she lives in Virginia. The divorce was granted in Virginia. 1) how can I try and have this alimony stopped and 2) what are the penalties if I do stop the alimony?


Asked on 10/03/15, 5:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul B. Ward Law Offices of Paul B. Ward

If the alimony was determined by the court and not be agreement of the parties, you can apply to the same court for a reduction or elimination of alimony.

If the alimony was pursuant to a written agreement that was incorporated in a final court order, AND the agreement provided for modification based on a change of circumstances, you can apply to the same court for a reduction or elimination of alimony.

If the alimony was pursuant to a written agreement and did not provide for modification based on a change of circumstances, you are probably stuck unless your former spouse remarries, dies, or agrees to a reduction.

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Answered on 10/05/15, 9:25 am


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