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Alimony Attorneys & Mediator

St. Augustine's Largest Law Group

Alimony Attorneys & Mediator

Protecting Your Financial Future After Divorce

At St. Johns Law Group, our experienced Alimony Attorneys and Mediator is here to guide you through one of the most financially impactful elements of a divorce: spousal support (alimony).

Alimony can significantly affect your lifestyle post-divorce—often more than any other factor aside from child support. Whether you’re seeking support or being asked to pay it, we work to protect your rights, financial well-being, and future.


💡 What Is Alimony?

Alimony—also known as spousal support—is court-ordered financial support one spouse may be required to pay the other following a divorce. Alimony is not automatic, and Florida courts weigh many factors in determining:

  • Whether alimony is appropriate

  • What type of alimony to award

  • How much and how long it will be paid

The law recognizes that after years of investing in a marriage—raising children, supporting a partner’s career, or setting aside your own—you deserve financial fairness and security.


⚖️ Types of Alimony in Florida

Florida courts may award one or more of the following types of alimony based on the needs of one party and the ability to pay by the other:

🔁 Rehabilitative Alimony

For short-term support to help a spouse regain financial independence—typically tied to an education or career training plan.

  • Must include a specific plan for rehabilitation
  • Often awarded when one spouse needs time to re-enter the workforce
🌉 Bridge-the-Gap Alimony

Helps with the transition from married to single life.

  • Covers short-term, identifiable needs
  • Limited to 2 years maximum
  • Can be paid in a lump sum or monthly
📆 Durational Alimony

Provides support for a set period of time following a moderate or short-term marriage.

  • Cannot exceed the length of the marriage
  • May be awarded when permanent alimony isn’t appropriate
♾Permanent Alimony

Awarded after a long-term marriage when a spouse lacks the ability to become self-supporting.

  • Ends upon death or remarriage
  • Most likely to apply in marriages longer than 17 years
  • Requires strong justification in shorter marriages

💰 How Is Alimony Paid?
  • Monthly or Semi-Monthly Payments
    Common for rehabilitative, durational, and permanent alimony

  • Lump-Sum Alimony
    Paid all at once, especially for bridge-the-gap or property settlements

The court may impute income if a party is voluntarily unemployed or underemployed, and can order wage garnishment to ensure compliance.


🧾 Factors Courts Consider in Alimony Cases

When determining alimony, the court considers many factors, including:

  • Standard of living during the marriage

  • Length of the marriage

  • Age and physical/emotional health of each party

  • Financial resources and assets of each party

  • Time needed for education or job training

  • Contributions to homemaking, child rearing, and a spouse’s career

  • Any other factor necessary to ensure equity and justice


🔍 Discovery in Alimony Disputes

Alimony awards are heavily influenced by financial documentation. Our attorneys can guide you through Florida’s discovery process to uncover:

  • Income statements

  • Bank records

  • Tax returns

  • Asset disclosures

  • Business interests

  • Lifestyle analysis

You have the legal right to request documents, submit written questions (interrogatories), and even depose your spouse under oath.


👩‍⚖️ Why Choose St. Johns Law Group?
  • Largest law firm in the St. Augustine area

  • Decades of experience in divorce and family law

  • Expertise in mediation, litigation, and courtroom advocacy

  • Advanced legal tools and discovery strategies

  • Trusted by clients throughout St. Johns County and Northeast Florida


🗺️ Serving Clients Across Northeast Florida

We represent individuals in:

St. Augustine • Ponte Vedra • Nocatee • Silverleaf • St. Johns
Palm Coast • Flagler County • Palatka • Putnam County
Green Cove Springs • Clay County • Jacksonville • Duval County
Fernandina Beach • Nassau County and Surrounding Areas


📞 Schedule a Confidential Consultation Today

Whether you are requesting alimony or defending against a claim, having the right attorney can make all the difference. Let us help you prepare your case and advocate for a fair result.

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